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Ätmasiddhi
Every objective needs some means that become instrumental in achieving that objective. Such means are termed as Nimitta. The means can be live or lifeless. For instance, a pot is made out of earth, while the potter, wheel, etc. are instrumental in making it. The second line of this stanza lays down that the commandments of the Guru and the state of the omniscient Lords are instrumental in attaining liberation. If therefore one wants to get liberated, he needs to carry out the commandments of the Guru while keeping the state of the Lord as his objective.
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The main commandments of the Guru are to calm down the defiling instincts. For that purpose one should remain meticulously vigilant while undertaking any activity. He should stay vigilant while moving, speaking, receiving what is needed, displacing anything, and disposing of useless material. These are termed as the five Samities. The state of the Lord symbolizes the steadiness of mind, speech, and body. These are known as the three Gupties. The five Samities and three Gupties constitute the essence of Jain canons. They are collectively called Ashtapravachanmätä, meaning the eightfold message of the omniscient's sermon, which is considered as good as motherly affection.
ઉપાદાનનું નામ લઈ, એ જે તજે નિમિત્ત; પામે નહિ સિદ્ધત્વને, રહે ભ્રાંતિમાં સ્થિત.
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Upädänanun Näm Lai, E Je Taje Nimitta; Päme Nahi Siddhatvane, Rahe Bhräntimän Sthit.
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