Uvasaggahara Stotra Eng

Author(s): Namramuni
Publisher: Parasdham Mumbai

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ORIGIN OF THE HYMN.
Bhadrabahu and Varahmihir were two Brahmin brothers. Their father was an official priest in the king's palace. Due to their association with a Jain monk these two brothers were highly influenced by the principles of Jainism. Their guidance and inspiration drew them closer to renunciation and they accepted sainthood. They became Jain Monks. The two brothers became engrossed in the deep study of Ved, Puran, Astrology and Nimittshastra. After the thorough study of these scriptures, they began to explore the majestic secrets of "Aagam".
Both the brothers were very intelligent and studied Aagam at the same pace, but only Bhadrabahu swami could grasp its essence because of the gentleness of his heart, he got influenced and inspired by it and became virtuous.
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