Agam 06 Ang 06 Gnatadharma Sutra Part 02 Sthanakvasi

Author(s): Amarmuni, Shreechand Surana, Surendra Bothra, Purushottamsingh Sardar
Publisher: Padma Prakashan

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In the old copies of the original text no established rule has been followed regarding the numbering of the paragraphs or Sutras. As such, freedom has been taken in numbering the paragraphs according to the flow of the story. In the Prakrit text dash has been given to break the long combined words to facilitate reciting.
In the original text the descriptive and elaborative passages are repeated verbatim again and again. This appears to be the writing style of that period. However, in the translation such passages have been made as brief as possible using the indicators like (etc.), (as mentioned earlier), etc. To make the illustration easily understandable relevant brief excerpts from the stories have been given on the back of every illustration.
At the end of the chapter a glossary, conclusion and the verses indicating the message of the story have been given. Thus effort has been made to use an all enveloping editing style. I do not like much the use of foot notes and appendices unless it becomes essential. This is because in that style of editing the reader has to suffer breaks while reading, by repeatedly referring to foot notes and turning pages to look for appendices. As such, effort has been made to provide all possible reference material with the chapter itself. I hope that the readers would appreciate and like this style. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
It is a matter of extreme pleasure for me that with the blessings of revered Gurudev U. B. Pravartak Bhandari Shri Padma Chandra ji Maharaj the project of publication of illustrated Agam literature is gathering speed. By extending whole hearted support to this publication Tap-Chakreshwari Mahasati Sangh Shiromani late Shri Padmashri ji Maharaj's pupil Up-Pravartini Shri Pawan Kumari ji M. and Sadhviratna Shri Pravesh Kumaari ji Maharaj's pupil Mahasati Up-Pravartini Shri Mohanmala ji M., many devoted and generous followers have revealed their devotion for the Guru and the word of the Lord. Such gesture is exemplary and should be emulated by all.
As always, Srichand ji Surana, an author and scholar in his own right, has incorporated all his acumen in editing and printing this work. Shri Surendra Bothara has added to its utility by providing a comprehensive free flowing English translation as well as assistance in editing. I express my sincere gratitude to them all.
--Amar Muni
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