Samvatsari Pratikraman English

Author(s): Ila Mehta
Publisher: Ila Mehta

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In 2014, when the first translation of 'Samvatsari Pratikraman' in Gujarati and English was published and distributed, it received significantly better than expected response. The desire to understand the sutras in layman's language seemed to be echoing in many a minds. The resounding response has prompted me to work on a second edition with something more. This time therefore, besides every 'sutra, I added illustrations of the right postures one must adopt while reciting them. Pujya Maharaj Saheb Bhavyadarshanji was a great support in this as well as helping correct some past errors. I am ever obliged.
Kavita, who was a major contributor in the earlier and current English version, was indisposed this time. But as usual Ajeet came to my rescue. He introduced me to Shwetaben from Bengaluru who could support the english translation amidst her traveling in the USA. She worked on quite a few critical 'sutras' and saved the day. My sincere thanks to them.
The constant encouragement from my elders at home kept on inspiring me to complete and offer this second edition.
With hope that these translations will meet with expectation of many a people who have been eager to do the annual Samvatsari Pratikraman with a better understanding and greater fervor for religious upliftment. I'm delighted to offer this second edition and seek your blessings.
Ila Deepak Mehta
2015