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THE JAINA GAZETTE
violence is the twin-sister of Mercy,' which is the essential heart of Truth. Thus a man, or a woman, a Jaina or a nonJaina, who follows Jainism oven to a limited extent, over resides in the heart of Truth. 1"
Truth itself is the second vow in Jainism and it is taken there in the general sense. Its observer should speak the truth and should not cheat others by false speech and actions. With it too, are connected five faults, which are to be avoided : (1) to speak ill of others, (2) to divulge anyone's secrets, (3) to censure others, (4) to fabricate false writings and (4) to embezzle accounts. 2
The third Anuorata is the general abstinence from theft. One who keeps this vow, should not take what is not given to him ; except such common things as water etc. which are taken freely by the general public. The five faults to be avoided while observing this vow are: (1) to make someone else steal, (2) to purchase stolen property, (3 to disobey law, (4) to make falso measure etc. and (5) to adulterate commodities for sale. 3
The fourth Anuvrata is the Brahmacar ya. The observer of this vow abandons the sexual relation with all women, except his own wife. He also, guards himself against the five faults, which defile this vow and these are: (1) to bring about others' marriages, (2) to relish naked sexuality, (3) to indulge in indecent talk, (4) to be too fond of sensuality and (4) to frequent the houses of prostitutes. 4
The fifth is the limitation of worldly property (Parigrahaparimana). It means that a man should limit his desires and ambitions, after making up his mind as to what are his needs. 'Doing so, he will live within his means and a contentful life of course. Limitless ambition is greed itself and that is worth avoiding. The five faults to be avoided here, also, are: (1) to undertake unnecessary enterprise, (2) to lay by too much, (3) to admire with satisfaction other men's wealth, (4) to be covetous and (5) to bear too much burden. 5 These five vows when
1. Religions of the Empire, p. 230. 9. Tattvartha-Sutram (8 B.J.) P. 146. 3. Ibid. 4. An Introduction to Jainism, p. 21. 5. Ibid.
Shree Sudharmaswami Gyanbhandar-Umara, Surat
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