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The Sutra of the Sutra-Kritanga says: "He who attains self-absorption through the use of reasons, examples, etc., or through the use of words that are impartial and do not harm others, should do that. Similarly, he who, by his actions or words, or by hearing the teachings of the Tirthankaras, causes others to be inclined towards the Dharma without causing any conflict, should do that which does not cause conflict with others. He should perform actions or speak words that are not contrary to the Dharma." (19)
Commentary: Those actions that lead to the establishment of one's own position and the refutation of the opposing position, or that lead to impartiality and freedom from bias, are called "Bahuguna-Prakalpa." This includes the use of affirmations, reasons, examples, applications, and conclusions, or the use of words that are impartial and free from bias. Therefore, a virtuous person should act in this way when engaging in debate or discussion with others, or at other times. The Sutra-kar, describing the characteristics of such a virtuous person, says: "He whose mind is serene and tranquil is called 'Atma-Samadhi.'" The meaning is that one should use reasons, examples, etc., that lead to self-absorption and the establishment of one's own position, or speak words that are impartial and do not cause any suffering to others. A virtuous person should act in such a way that others who are inclined towards the Dharma, or other individuals, are not made hostile by his actions or words.
This Dharma, taught by Kashyapa, should be followed. A monk, with a tranquil mind, should serve a sick monk without any aversion. (20)
Shadow: This Dharma, taught by Kashyapa.
Translation: A monk, with a tranquil mind, should serve a sick monk without any aversion.
Commentary: Thus, refuting the views of others, the Agama-kar, in the concluding part, establishes his own position. He says: "This Dharma," which will be described later, "saves beings from falling into hell." This Dharma was taught by the Lord Mahavira, who, having attained divine knowledge (Kevala-Jnana), expounded it to the assembly of gods and humans. The word "cha" (also) in the verse indicates that he refuted the doctrines of other schools of thought and then expounded the Dharma. Accepting this Dharma, a monk who observes the vow of begging for alms should serve another monk who is weak, incapable, and sick. How should he serve him? This is explained: He should serve him with a tranquil mind, free from aversion, to the best of his ability. This means that as one's own mind becomes tranquil, one should not be discouraged by the difficulties that arise from the practice of yoga. Similarly, as the sick monk's mind becomes tranquil, he should be given food and other necessities. (20)