Book Title: Jain Legend Vol 2
Author(s): Hastimal Maharaj, Shuganchand Jain, P S Surana
Publisher: Hastimal Maharaj Shugan C Jain P S Surana
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Sudharm commenced the philosophical discourse. Explaining the significance of human birth in his teaching, he said, “Brothers! Lord Mah v ra is the well wisher of the entire world; by following his principles, souls can successfully cross the ocean of delusion. Therefore, mankind should take advantage of this opportunity. A wise man is he who, realising that age, youth, sensual pleasures, wealth and body are perishable, follows the path of - the three gems (Ratnat y) i.e. Right Knowledge (Samyaka J na), Right faith (Samyaka Dar ana) and Right Conduct (Samyaka c ritra)
By practicing these three gems, with devotion, one can try to attain eternal happiness. The one who does not understand this truth, or despite understanding, if he is bound by the delusive bonds and out of negligence and lethargy does not follow the three gems, will not progress in the path of spiritual elevation. He keeps wandering helplessly in the dreadful forest of births and deaths undergoing immense grief and sorrow.
Listening to the poignant preaching of rya Sudharm , Jamb Kum ra felt a sense of detachment. He went close to rya Sudharm and prostrated at his feet and said in a humble tone, "Sw m ! I learnt the true nature of Dharma from you. I found it very interesting and blissful. A deep interest and reverence arose in my heart on the Dharma you have preached. After taking the permission of my parents, I want to be initiated at your feet and uplift myself.”
rya Sudharm said, “Oh! Blessed one! Take up that task which brings you happiness. Never hesitate or delay to commence a good deed”
Jamb Kum ra once again paid homage to the spiritual Guru, climbed on to the chariot to return back to his mansion. At the entrance to the city there were so many chariots, vehicles, etc., that blocked the way. Fearing that he would be late, he ordered the charioteer to enter into the city through another gateway. The charioteer turned the chariot and headed towards another entrance.
Harsh oath:
At the entrance, in order to kill the enemies, large boulders and other destructive weapons were hung from strong ropes. Seeing them from a
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