Jain Study Center NC Raleigh 1997 11 YJA Regional Convention

Author(s): Jain Study Center NC Raleigh
Publisher: USA Jain Study Center NC Raleigh

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5. Tandulavaitalika: * This agam describes the state of pregnancy and provides knowledge about the human body.
6. Chandra-Vedhyaka: * This agam describes the method of concentrated meditation (Dhyana) that one should observe through the description of Radhavedha.
7. Devendra-Stava: * This agam describes the names, positions, and residences of Devas (angels) that live in heaven. It also provides a description of the moon, sun, planets, and stars.
8. Ganita Vidya: * This agam describes palmistry and how it is used to predict the future (Nimitta).
9. Mahapratyakhyana: * This agam explains how to completely give up the worst sins and how to repent these sins.
10. Veerastava: * This agam is considered lost. However, it appears from literature referencing this agam that it contained prayers of Lord Mahavir.
Note: * These 13 Agams are not recognized by the Sthanakvasi and Terapanthi Swetambar Jain sects.
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