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## Supplement: Stable characteristics of the vows, freedom from thoughts of transgression, etc.
(727)
It is true that a mature scholar can effortlessly perform even the most difficult tasks, without the slightest chance of error. Similarly, while those who are new to the practice of non-violence, etc., may fear committing transgressions while performing these primary activities, those who have become adept through steadfast adherence to these principles are free from the fear of such transgressions. (2) For a novice who begins exercising, it is initially difficult to even lift a small weight, and it may slip from their hands. However, for a seasoned athlete with a well-trained body, lifting heavy weights becomes a game, and the weight never slips from their grasp. Similarly, for those who are new to the practice of the vows of non-violence, etc., it may initially seem difficult, and there may be a fear of transgression. But for those who have become strong and well-trained in the practice of the vows, through consistent effort, the observance of these heavy vows becomes a game, and there is no fear of transgression. (3) Even standing on the edge of a sword is initially difficult for a novice, and they may stumble. But with practice, they can not only stand on the edge of the sword, but also dance gracefully upon it without stumbling! They become like a fearless warrior! Similarly, for those who are new to the practice of the vows of non-violence, etc., standing on the edge of the vow, like a sharp sword, is initially difficult, and they may stumble and commit transgressions. But with repeated practice, they become firmly rooted in the vow, and not only can they stand firmly on the edge of the vow, but they can also dance gracefully upon it with restraint! This is the extraordinary feat that a stable and steadfast practitioner demonstrates! (See page 530, "The Edge of the Sword") (4) When someone first begins learning to use weapons, they may not even be able to hold the weapon properly, and there is a fear of dropping it. But after mastering the art of weaponry, a skilled warrior can wield the weapon with ease, and the weapon never slips from their firm grip. Similarly, for those who are new to the practice of the vows of non-violence, etc., they may not be able to perform these actions properly, and there may be a fear of falling. But after mastering the art of these vows, a skilled practitioner can perform them with ease, and due to their unwavering commitment, there is no chance of transgression. (5) For a novice poet, composing poetry is initially difficult, and there is a possibility of errors such as metrical irregularities. But for a mature and accomplished poet, composing poetry is easy and natural, and there is no chance of such errors. Similarly, for those who are new to the practice of the vows of non-violence, etc., it may initially be difficult, and there may be transgressions like "metrical irregularities."
Examples of practitioners| SR No. | 034350 |
| Book Title | Yogdrushti Samucchaya New Edition Part 01 and 02 |
| Original Sutra Author | Haribhadrasuri |
| Author | Bhagvandas Mehta |
| Publisher | Mahavir Jain Vidyalay |
| Publication Year | 2018 |
| Total Pages | 844 |
| Language | Gujarati |
| Classification | Book_Gujarati |
| File Size | 160 MB |