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**Meaning:** It is difficult for the Paravadiyas (those with other philosophies) to prove their own views without criticizing the views of others (refutation, contempt). And that contempt stains the mind with the mud of kṣaya (negative emotions). Therefore, this business is like the anger of a Vetala (a malevolent spirit) who is eager to take possession of a poor man's treasure. Such a step (undertaking) is not in the best interests of those who are seeking the truth in the Jain philosophy. ||8||
**Meaning:** There are thousands of arguments in each philosophy, arranged in a sequence based on different aspects of knowledge. Yet, our mind, deeply immersed in the Agamas of the Jinas, does not even go towards those arguments. Do not many vines, adorned with flowers, appear in every direction during the spring season? Many do, yet the cuckoo, attached to the mango bud, does not find pleasure in those (other) vines. ||9||
**Meaning:** Whether it is words, thoughts, wealth, caste, action, or qualities, the question of "what is the meaning of words?" remains a source of doubt, suspicion, and distress for those with different views. ||9||
**Chapter Nineteen**
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