Kundakunda Acharya and Jain Philosophy

Author(s): Jayantilal Jain
Publisher: Research Foundation for Jainology Chennai

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(iii) Tatvarta Sutra Padmanandi Pachchees in Sanskrit (iv) Thirukkural in Tamil
The list of books authored by Sri Kunda Kunda was given in the preface of the "Samayasara" published by the "Bharatiya Jaina Siddhantha Prakashini" organisation located at banaras. I am not aware whether the organisation exists now.
Sri Kunda Kunda's great contribution to Jaina thought is unmatched in the beginning of the post Christian era. In research there are bound to be difference of opinion on the authorship and dates. But the ideas and ideals enunciated by the great Saint are more important and dear to us.
Dr Jayantilal Jain has done a great service to the Jain community by delivering these erudite lectures on Acharya Kunda Kunda & Jain Philosophy. The tone and tenor of the lectures indicate to us the industry, analytical intellect and abiding faith in Jainism that facilitated the author to make this lucid presentation. We are greateful to him.
Research Foundation for Jainology presided over by Sri Surendra M. Metha and spearheaded by its General Secretary Sri Krishnachandd Chordia is creating history in Tamilnadu. My sincere congratulations to every soul associated with the Foundation.
Jai Jinendra
S. SRIPALL