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The key to understanding Jain philosophy is the 'Karma Siddhanta'. It is certain that the basis of the entire philosophy and metaphysics is the 'Karma Siddhanta', which reveals the mystery of the various states and forms of the soul and its transformations. Therefore, to understand Jain philosophy, it is essential to understand the 'Karma Siddhanta'.
The major texts that discuss the 'Karma Siddhanta' include the 'Karma Granth' written by Shrimad Devendrasuri, which holds a special significance. They occupy a very important place in Jain literature. Even those who are curious about metaphysics consider the 'Karma Granth' as a subject for daily study and self-study, like the Agamas.
The Sanskrit commentaries on the 'Karma Granth' are very important. There have also been many Gujarati translations of them. The first commentary on the 'Karma Granth' in Hindi was presented by the learned scholar, the wise and great Pandit Sukhlalji. His style is comparative and scholarly. Pandit Sukhlalji's commentary is now almost inaccessible. For some time, there has been inspiration from Ashukatriratna Gurudev Shri Marudhar Kesariji Maharaj to present a commentary on the 'Karma Granth' in a modern style. This compilation began under his inspiration and guidance. With the inspiration of Vidya Vinod Shri Mukanmuniji, this work progressed rapidly. The cooperation of Shri Devkumarji Jain was received and the work became ready to take shape in a short time.
In this compilation work, the ancient text writers, commentators, commentators, and especially the works of Pandit Shri Sukhlalji, have contributed...