Devindatthao Devendrastava

Author(s): D S Baya
Publisher: Agam Ahimsa Samta Evam Prakrit Samsthan

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into English was very much simplified by its Hindi version, by Dr. Subhash Kothari and Prof, Sagarmal Jain, having been made available to me and, which I have freely used in my work. I am deeply indebted to these eminent scholars.
I shall be failing in my duty if I didn't mention the encouragement I have received from Prof Sagarmal Jain and Sri Sardarmalji Kankariya as well as the unstinted support of Dr. Suresh Sisodiya in my work. Agam Ahimsa Samata Evam Prakrit Samsthan, Udaipur deserves a special mention, as without their decision to bring out this work in its English edition, it would have been impossible to venture this effort. They have taken a great step forward and certainly deserve kudos.
I dedicate this effort to the memory of my dear departed father, Sri Ganeshlalji Baya, whose personal example, guidance and encouragement awakened in me a desire to study the Jaina philosophy and made me capable of undertaking this task. I must also not forget to mention the motivation received from venerable Acharya Shri Ramlalji Maharaj who has always encouraged me to proceed further and further in my scriptural quest. My wife, Mrs. Kanta Baya, who has patiently supported my effort day after day and month after month, also deserves my grateful acknowledgement.
How far have I succeeded in my efforts is for the readers and critics to judge. However, I shall feel rewarded if this work fulfils the purpose for which it is intended, even partly, as it would mark a beginning in the right direction.
- Sreyas E-26, Bhupalpura, Udaipur – 313 001 (Raj.) Makar Sankranti, January 14, 2006.