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proficient commentator of religious sermons. He could memorise a voluminous scripture like "Viy ha Pa atti' (Bhagawat ataka) and could reproduce any part of it instantly and so effortlessly as if it were his own name. During his studies, along with the Canons, Bh yas and scriptures he also studied grammar, law, literature etc. thoroughly. Commentary on Vi e va yaka Bh yas is the best and the most significant of his works. He had a very good influence on kings, ministers and all classes of the society. He took immense interest in endeavours for the progress and prosperity of Jina order. He was adept and gifted with the ability of exposition. As per the request of his loyal devotees he gave lectures continuously for 3 years on an incomprehensible work like 'Upamiti Bhava Prapamca Kath'. Because of his pellucid explanation, 'Upamiti Bhava Prapamca Kath' became very popular during his times. He also authored many books. Finally, perceiving his death, Hemacandra Sri too, like his guru Abhayadeva S ri took the vow of fast unto death (samlekhan -samth r ). After 7 days of fasting he left the mortal body. King Siddhar ja also participated in the funeral rites of Hemacandra S ri.
Paur am yaka gaccha
Candraprabha Sri was the founder of Paur am yaka gaccha. According to ‘Tap gaccha Pa val', Candraprabha S ri, co-disciple of Municandra S ri, 40th Pontiff of Mah v ra, established Prim gaccha in Vikram 1159. In fact, Paur am yaka gaccha is the branch of Candragaccha.
Candraprabha S ri was born in Vikram 1114. At the age of 10, i.e. in Vikram 1124, he took initiation. Jayasimha S ri ordained him with the rank of c rya in Vikram 1136. Immediately after holding the post of
c rya, he started promulgating Reformed path. He took up the cause of reformation in Vikram 1149. Hence he had to involve in spiritual debates with those who were in favour of fortnightly ritualised confession on Caturda (14" day of lunar month) and installation or inauguration of idols by ascetics. He defeated many c ryas in the discourses. Eventually at the age of 52, in Vikram 1166 he left the physical body for heavenly abode.
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