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readers to appreciate an important undercurrent of India's philosophical heritage.
Dr. T. G. Kalghatgi is a keen investigator in philosophy. It is extremely good of him to have brought his equipment in the philosophical study to bear upon Jainism in its various aspects. We are thankful to him for giving this volume for publication to the Jivarāja Jaina Granthamalā.
Within a short time after the death of our earlier President, Shriman Gulabchand Hirachandaji (on 22-1-1967), the Sangha suffered an irreparable loss (on 23-6-1968) in the sad demise of Shriman Manikchand Virachandaji who worked hard for the Sangha from its inception. His zest for life, courage of conviction and firm actions were a strength to the Sangha.
We are grateful to our President, Shriman Lalchand Hirachandaji for his enlightening guidance in all our deliberations. Heavier responsibilities have devolved on the broad shoulders of Shriman Walchand Devchandaji who is helping us in every way for the progress of the Granthamālā. We are so thankful to him.
Kolhapur
Jabalpur Varanasi
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