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CHAPTER-VIII
Utility of the Study of Books on Grammar, Logic, etc.
There are books on grammar, logic, etc.; one should study these Shastras also in smaller or greater measure, because without their knowledge, the meaning of the higher Shastras is not properly perceived. And the clarity which is obtained about the nature of the substance with the help of the knowledge of these (grammar, logic, etc.) that degree of clarity is not obtained through the knowledge of ordinary language, etc. only. Hence knowing these traditionally useful, one should study these also but should not get entangled in their study. After gaining their basic knowledge, one should devote himself in the study of purposeful Shastras.
And books on medical science (physiology) etc. have no role to play in the liberation path; therefore, if in the ordinary course with the object of conventional religion their knowledge is obtained, then one should do good to others but should not indulge in sinful acts. And if their study is not done, there is no harm.
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In this way knowing the Jina's scriptures to be faultless, one should believe in their preachings.
Removal of Seemingly - Contradiction Among Anuyogas
Now the seemingly contradiction among Anuyogas, which arises due to lack of understanding of different points of views, is being removed.
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