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The existence of Atma and .....
The devoted practice on the three-fold path acquaints you with the Self and helps you attain the true-form of Jina. This is also the foremost and highest goal of a Jiva - after achieving the true-form of the Self, to reach the state of Jina through an intense effort. All of us have the state of Jina lying in our Soul. All those souls which are great and noble are preparing to become Jina. The greatness rests only after attaining Moksa. The intense effort of a jiva is on until Moksa is attained.
The Sadguru, who inspires a Jiva on the right path, has been eulogised here for the attainment of that state. The company of the sages - satsang - is so potent that it can lift a Jiva and place him in the category of Jina. The transformation in the life of King Shrenik is a living example of the potential of satsang.
King Shrenik put in devoted prayers at the feet of Bhagwan Mahavira. He did it in such a way that the ability to become a Tirthankar arose in him. A delinquent or a sinner can become noble, a virtuous man, can give up his sins in the company of the sages. But whether it is attempting to become a sage in the company of the sages or a Tirthankar by propitiating the Tirthankar, it indeed, is an uphill task. King Shrenik did this very thing.
Shrenik was an opposer of the Jain religion to begin with. But when he turned this way, there arose in him such a unique devotion for Bhagwan Mahavira, such a staunch faith that he propitiated Him with all his strength. Propitiation is not merely faith or respect, but a devoted practice with all the strength that a jiva is endowed with. Its result is bound to be unique. Shrenik had physical and mental strength; in addition he was endowed with immense financial strength. He was a King and hence wealthy.
But look how he made a business of earning commission in piety while propitiating at the feet of the Tirthankar! He just sat
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