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GLOSSARY
Adinatha Risabba-The first tirthankara of the Jaiaz order who was not ooly the first monarch on earth, but was first in all respects because of which he is called Adinatha or Lord of Genesis. He taught men arts and crafts, and gave them the first Capons and the Brahmi script
Acharya—Head of the holy order of the Jainas Asana-pana-khadım-swadim-Four food items as follows: (1) cereals that constitute the principal meal; (ii) all drinks ; (111) fruits; and (Iv) betel, chewing spices taken after meal, jaggery,
honey, etc. Ahimsa--Non-injury, non-slaughter, by words, mind and deeds This is the first principal vow of Jaiba religion. In its broad connotation, it covers the remaining four vows of non-lie, non-sex, non-theft, non-possession.
Adattadana-See Vratas
Arihanta-Jina, literally, conqueror of inner enemies, like passion, hatred, greed, attachment, etc
Asraya-See Navatattya
Asurakumaras--A species of peripatetic celestial beings See Devas
Avadhi-jnana-See Jnana
Bhante-A form of address inviting the attention of the Acharya, Sanskrit bhadanta, bhavanta, bhayanta, ie., one who helps end transmigration, etc.
Bharanda bird- A giant-sized bird with two mouths and one belly Traders used to go to the Valley of Diamonds with their belp These birds have been praised in the Jaina literature for their extreme steadfastness
