Bibliography Of Literature About Shrimad Rajchandra

Author(s): Prakash Mody
Publisher: Prakash Mody

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15. Calendars & Diaries: Calendars of a variety of types (perpetual, yearly,
small table or big wall) are published in Gujarati. In English, only the “perpetual wall calendar" is available. There exist no diaries (such as the several varieties of 'Gandhi Diaries' that are available) with quotations of Shrimadji in Gujarati or English. Even a pocket calendar with quotations on the one side would raise awareness about the message of Shrimadji. To avoid disrespect or irreverence (ashatna), it would be best to avoid using images of Krupaludev. Instead quotations from his writings would be more
appropriate. 16. Names & Spellings: It is standard practice to italicise non-English words to
distinguish them as such in an English text. Care should also be taken to check the use of capitals for many words. In addition, consistency in spelling is required (e.g., Shrimadji or Shreemadji). There exists some confusion over the use of new or old place names, such as Cambay or Khambhat and Bombay or Mumbai. The standard practice is to use the new word as well as the old word in the parenthesis. This becomes significant when we do on-line
electronic searches. 17. Years & Dates: Most books mention the year and date in the Vikram
Samvant, without giving the corresponding English date, so that non-Indian readers find it difficult to grasp the period. Providing both dates would resolve this confusion. Alternatively, a note to add 56 years to the CE to make
it in Vikram year or to add 526 years to make it in Vir year would be helpful. 18. Celebration Date: It is a standard practice to celebrate the holy days as per the
Vikram or Vir Samvant dates. While writing in English, the corresponding
English dates should be used, with the Samvant dates in parenthesis. 19. Cross Checking: While comparing the published "Lists of Institutions" run
under Shrimadji's name, it was found that there exist several differences in the spelling and use of names, as well as in dates of establishment and addresses. This results in confusion. Publishers should be careful to include
the original dates, as well as subsequent updates. 20. Style Guide: From the above discussion, it can be concluded that there is a
real need to prepare “A Writer's Guide for Jainism" or "A Style Guide for Writing about Jainism”. Such a guide would help convey accurate information and resources, as well as help avoid the inclusion of erroneous information on Jainism for the mainstream non-Jain public, in general and non-Indian media, in particular. *
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Bibliography of Literature in English About Shrimad Rajchandra