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Foreword (By the Original Author)
The Jaina religion is unique one. The philosophy and doctrines of Jaina Religion, the geography of Jaina Religion and the procedure of salvation of soul (Mokshs) in Jaina Religion are entirely distinct. Whoever understands it and follows the path shown by it, achieves ultimately liberation. What Jaina Religion reveals about the salvation of soul, is such an incredible philosophy that one can achieve thedivine state of soul after comprehending it thoroughly. Many have trodden this path and obtained the ultimate bliss.
Jain Religion is one of the oldest religions of India. We may say that it is the oldest in entire world. Great scholars have stated accepting this fact about the ancient existence of Jaina Religion. It is true that this religion prevails in India today, but days were there when Jaina Dharma was being adored in many countries of the world. The architectural remnants found in many other countries today that prove the existence of Jaina Religion in those countries too.
There are some rigid doctrines in Jainism, one of which state that the Jaina Sadhus cannot travel in vehicles. Due to this doctrine, Jaina Sadhus couldn't maintain the contact with the world spread followers and ultimately the spread of this religion shrunk to persist in India only. But now, the equipments of communication are available in many varieties, which has caused the increased attraction for Jaina Dharma among the scholars of the world. People have started making efforts to understand the Jaina Religion and to obtain eternal bliss.
There is a reason why I have specified this.
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