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daily life, customs and manners. There is, therefore no bigotry in it, there is nothing sectarian about it, and there is nothing of provincialism in it. Jainism, thus, is a universal religion, and its character is more than national,-it is truly international. Any one practising these ideals is a real Jaina whether he calls himself a Jaina or not, or whether he is in India, in Japan or in America.
Lastly, I have to express my gratitude to Muni Nyayavijayaji for his kindness in entrusting me with the work of translating this important work in English, and for his trust in me,-an alien in point of religion. Indeed, I have had many opportunities of coming into close contact with this great soul, and I have learnt how to respect one who has embraced cheerfully all the miseries of life in order that others may enjoy happiness. A few such eminent saints-a few such torch bearers of light-will keep up the reputation of any country as the greatest home of piety, righteousness and virtue. I had much hesitation in undertaking this work, but to me Muni Shri's word is an order.
BARODA.
16th October 1932.
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