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श्री सारणेश्वराय नमः
In this Thermo Nuclear age, where the instruments of war far outpace the instruments of peace, this concept of non-violence is the last best hope of mankind. At such a juncture, it is for our country to give a lead to the international community towards attainment of positive and lasting peace and it is here that the role of the Acharyas comes into play to guide the society on the path of peace and virtue, to establish the highest standards for which this land is well renowned, and to build up a national conscientious that will make this nation the torch-bearer of peace.
Acharya Shri Kailassagarsuri Gyanmandir
I have no doubt that this illustrious Jain Acharya will contribute towards attainment of this high ideal in a very great way. It has been my personal experience that any one who comes into contact with Pujya Padmasagar Maharaj, is deeply impressed.
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Jainism has also contributed to the rich cultural heritage of our land. Its exquisitely carved temples and its well preserved manuscripts covering a very wide range of topics and dating back to the ancient times, bear testimony to this fact. The efforts of Pujya Padmasagar Maharaj towards the construction and restoration of temples of which Simandhar Swami Teerth, Mehsana, is an example, are really admirable.
In the end, I would again like to express my
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