Aagam 12 AUPAPAATIK Moolam Evam Vrutti

This document is a digitized version of the Jain text "Aagam 12 AUPAPAATIK Moolam evam Vrutti," authored by Dipratnasagar and Deepratnasagar, and published by Deepratnasagar. The catalog link provided is https://jainqq.org/explore/004112/.

The text is identified as Aagam (12), Upanga Sutra (1), "Aupapatik" (Original Text + Commentary).

Key points from the provided pages:

• Title and Authorship: The book is titled "Shri Aupapatik (Upanga) Sutram" and includes the original text (Moolam) and a commentary (Vrutti) by Abhaydev Suri, refined by Dronacharya. The editorial work of the original compilation was done by Acharya Shri Anand Sagar Surishwarji Maharaj Saheb. The re-compilation and collection of this edition were done by Muni Diperatnasagar (M.Com., M.Ed., Ph.D.).
• Date: The publication date is Thursday, Kartik Shukla 7, 2070 (Vikram Samvat), which corresponds to October 30, 2014.
• Previous Editions and Motivation: The text notes that the "Aupapatik Sutram" was first published in 1916 (Vikram Samvat 1972) by the Agamodaya Samiti, edited by Acharya Shri Anand Sagar Surishwarji. The current publisher expresses concern about later reprints that merely reproduced the original work without significant addition, sometimes even omitting the original editor's and publisher's names. This digital publication by jain_e_library.org is presented as an effort to serve the Agams and respect the ancient tradition by making the work accessible digitally, with plans for future printing.
• Format and Features: The re-compilation features a clear format for readers, including the Agama's name, subject matter, and root sutra numbers on each page. It also includes a "Deep Anukram" (Deep Sequence) for navigating through various Jain publications. The layout provides the Agama's sequence and the sutra sequence of this specific edition. Specific symbols are used to distinguish between verses (Gatha) and sutras. An index is included to help readers access specific topics, and footnotes provide details about the content, printing errors, or numbering issues found in the original text.
• Content Overview:
  • Page 3: Lists the subjects covered, including the "Samavasaran Padam" (description of the divine assembly), the city of Champanagari, the Poornabhadra Chaitya, the Ashoka tree, the "Shilapatta" (stone slab), the disciple of Lord Mahavir, descriptions of elders, types of heat, arrival of deities, and household dharma. It also mentions the "Upapat Padam" (description of the birth/reincarnation), Gautam Ganadhar, Ambada Parivrajaka, descriptions of divine births, Kevali Samudghat, Siddha soul, Siddha Shila, and the bliss, perception, and characteristics of a Siddha soul.
  • Page 5 onwards: Begins the text with the invocation "Aham" and the original sutra, followed by the commentary. The initial sutras (1-10) describe the city of Champanagari in great detail, its streets, buildings, defenses, and general prosperity. It then moves on to describe the Poornabhadra Chaitya, the surrounding forest, the magnificent Ashoka tree, and the "Prithvi Shila Patta" (stone slab).
  • Subsequent pages: Detail the description of King Kunika (Shrenika), Queen Dharini, the spiritual discipline and practices of the monks (Anagar), the divine beings (celestial beings, demons, Vanavyantaras, Jyotishka, and Vaimanika gods), and Lord Mahavir himself.
  • Further descriptions: The text includes detailed accounts of various austerities (Tapa), their external and internal forms, and specific types of ascetic practices. It also elaborates on the characteristics of monks, their knowledge, conduct, and liberation.
  • Ambaḍ Parivrajaka's Story: A significant portion of the text narrates the story of Ambada, a wandering ascetic, and his disciples, their philosophical discussions, and their ultimate path to liberation.
  • Siddha's State: The text concludes with descriptions of the state of liberated souls (Siddhas), their characteristics, and their abode in the Siddha Shila.

Overall Significance:

This publication of the "Aupapatik Sutra" provides the original Jain scripture along with a scholarly commentary, offering a detailed exploration of Jain cosmology, philosophy, and the path to liberation. The re-compilation aims to enhance accessibility and clarity for modern readers. The inclusion of the historical context of previous publications highlights the importance of preserving and disseminating Jain religious texts.