19 Nirayavalika Satik Vishayanukram

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Summary

Unfortunately, I cannot access external websites or specific URLs, including the catalog link you provided. Therefore, I am unable to directly access and summarize the Jain text "19 Nirayavalika Satik Vishayanukram" by Dipratnasagar and Deepratnasagar.

To provide you with a comprehensive summary, I would need you to provide the content of the text itself.

However, based on the title and common Jain literature, I can make some educated inferences about what the book likely covers.

Likely Content of "19 Nirayavalika Satik Vishayanukram":

  • "Nirayavalika" (निर्यावलिका): This term in Jainism refers to a specific category of Jain scriptures, often dealing with the lives and teachings of the foremost disciples (gaṇadharas) or eminent saints of the Tirthankaras. These narratives are crucial for understanding the practical application of Jain philosophy and the exemplary lives of those who followed the path to liberation.
  • "Satik" (सातिक): This likely refers to the presence of a commentary (टीका - tika). Many important Jain texts are accompanied by commentaries that explain the meaning of the original verses, provide context, and elaborate on the philosophical principles.
  • "Vishayanukram" (विषयानुक्रम): This translates to "subject index" or "table of contents". This suggests that the book might be organized thematically, outlining the various subjects or narratives covered within the 19 Nirayavalika texts.

Therefore, "19 Nirayavalika Satik Vishayanukram" is likely a Jain text that:

  1. Presents or discusses 19 specific narratives (Nirayavalika) related to the lives and teachings of prominent Jain ascetics or disciples. These narratives would likely focus on their spiritual journey, their adherence to Jain principles, and their eventual liberation (moksha).
  2. Includes a scholarly commentary (Satik) on these Nirayavalika texts, offering detailed explanations and interpretations of the original content.
  3. Provides a structured overview (Vishayanukram) of the subjects and themes covered within these 19 narratives and their commentaries.

Potential Themes and Subjects within the Nirayavalika:

  • Biographies of key disciples: The lives of Ganadharas like Gautama Swami, Indrabhuti, Agnibhuti, and others who were the direct disciples of Tirthankaras.
  • Their spiritual practices and austerities (tapas): Details of their rigorous self-discipline, fasting, meditation, and renunciation.
  • Their understanding and dissemination of Jain doctrines: How they grasped and explained the principles of Anekantavada, Ahimsa, Aparigraha, and Brahmacharya.
  • Miracles and extraordinary events: Narratives may include accounts of supernatural occurrences attributed to the spiritual power of these ascetics.
  • Discussions on karma and rebirth: Explanations of how actions (karma) lead to consequences and the cycle of birth and death.
  • Ethical conduct and moral instruction: Examples of virtuous behavior and guidance for living a righteous life according to Jain principles.
  • The process of achieving liberation (moksha): The path they followed and the attainment of ultimate freedom from worldly existence.

To get a truly comprehensive summary, please provide the text itself. If you have access to a digital copy or can transcribe key sections, I would be happy to assist further.