________________ 156 ACARYA VIJAYAVALLABHASURI COMMEMORATION VOLUME as all historic religions tried to promote. Jainism served as a ferment in the history of India, fertilizing the noblest elements in Indian character. Although the Jaina communities have degenerated and share in the moral decay of mankind, Mahavira's personality shines high above the vulgarity of our age and deserves to be recognized as one of the greatest sages of all history. 32 % V Will WWW I! ! Jain Education International For Private & Personal Use Only www.jainelibrary.org
