Arya Sudharma Diwakar Chitrakatha 033

Author(s): Nityanandsuri, Chidanandmuni, Shreechand Surana
Publisher: Mahavir Seva Trust Mumbai

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THE FIRST PROPAGATOR OF AGAMS : ARYA SUDHARMA
The chariot turned towards the other gate. On that gate were hanging many dangerous weapons for use on enemies. While still away from the gate Jambu thought
The moment this thought flashed in his mind Jambu stopped the chariot
Driver, turn the chariot back towards the
garden.
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While passing under the
gate if even one of the weapons falls on me, it is
certain death. Such sudden death will lead my a soul to a bad birth.
Driver stopped the chariot.
Just at that moment the gate collapsed with a rumble. Jambu Kumar was covered with dust but he was miraculously saved.
The driver turned the chariot back towards Gunashil garden. Jambu thought
When I have to get initiated, why delay. I should at least take the vow of lifelong celibacy.
Today the death was just two steps away. Had I died in this state, what would
have been the destiny of my soul?
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