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2. (Samtadhari) An Adherent of Equanimity. 3. (Samta Drashti) Adept in Equanimity.
The First Category of the Advocate of Equanimity (Samtavadi) :
The first and preliminary category is of those accomplishers of Equanimity, who possess a deep faith in the philosophy of equanimity,cherish inquisitiveness to explore new mysteries and according to their circumstances aspire to be dynamic in its practical application. The members of this category have been called advocates for the reason that they uphold every where the philosophic and practical aspect of Equanimity and establish before all the superbness of twenty one maxims and thirteen stages.
They themselves are preparing for a resolve to step forward towards their practice and in some proportions have inaugurated their practical application. Such accomplishers should be nomenclatured as Advocates of Equanimity for whom the following preliminary rules may be worth practising.
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To acknowledge the fundamental equality of all the beings living in the world and make their classifications according to their merits and acts. Disown all other differences, and to resolve to bring a comprehensive equanimous state by the development of merits and performances.
Acknowledge the independent existence of all beings and assume others' miseries and troubles as their own miseries and troubles.
3. Make a resolve to give preference to duties and posts.
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