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flows. These passions are both the causes and results of Karmas. They are the 'doors' by which Karma enters and binds the soul. These result in individual and collective violence in thought, word and deed. They are the deadliest enemies of man and cause tensions and strifes in society. So we should free from the clutches of these four passions.
Our mind should be constantly engaged in right reflections and kept away from civil thoughts. Our mind should be trained to make use of the senses, body, wealth etc. for the welfare of the self and humanity. It is said in the Bhagavatī Ārādhana that only when the mind is under control, can attachment and a version, which are the cause of worldly suffering be destroyed (Gatha, 138).
Thus this Prakrit texts has explained in detail that absolute adherence to one sided viewpoint gives rise to conflicts and dicord whereas non-absolutist thinking promotes friendship, unity and harmony. Anekantavāda makes our thinking flawless and clear. It is the key of our character. A non-violent lifestyle is non-exploitative and it does not result in unnecessary accumulation and the life becomes non-possessive. By gaining such vision of equality in all living beings, simplicity, humility, kindness and generosity man can understand the life's true aim and way of the service of humanity.
The ancient Prakrit Text, like the Bhagavatī Ārādhanā of Shivārya, is deeper than the deepest ocean in innumerable divine pearls of human values are hidden. It is a great store-house of golden words. It is important not only for the inspiration it gives to tread of the path of righteousness and spirituality but also for the massage it gives for the harmonious development of family and social life. The moral and ethical values of this Prakrit text lay a strong foundation for a peaceful and humanitarian world.
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