Agam Sutra Satik 19 Nirayavalika UpangSutra 08

This document is Volume 14 of the "Agam Sutra Satik" (Agam Sutras with Commentary) series, published by Agam Shrut Prakashan. It focuses on several Upanga Sutras and Prakirna Sutras.

Key Information:

• Title: Agam Sutra Satik (Agam Sutras with Commentary)
• Volume: 14
• Publisher: Agam Shrut Prakashan
• Editors/Compilers: Muni Deepratnasagar (identified as the researcher and editor)
• Content: The volume contains detailed commentaries on the following Jain texts:
  • Nirayavalika Upanga Sutra
  • Kalpavatsika Upanga Sutra
  • Pushpika Upanga Sutra
  • Pushpachulika Upanga Sutra
  • Vrishni Dasha Upanga Sutra
  • Chatuhsharana Prakirnaka Sutra
  • Mahapratyakhyana Prakirnaka Sutra
  • Tandula Vaicharik Prakirnaka Sutra
  • Gachchachara Prakirnaka Sutra
  • Devendra Stava Prakirnaka Sutra
  • Marana Samadhi Prakirnaka Sutra
  • Atura Pratyakhyana Prakirnaka Sutra
  • Bhakta Parigna Prakirnaka Sutra
  • Samstara Prakirnaka Sutra
  • Ganividya Prakirnaka Sutra

Structure and Content Overview:

The book is meticulously organized, with a detailed table of contents on pages 3 and 4, outlining the various sutras and their respective chapters or sections.

• Nirayavalika Upanga Sutra (pages 1-28): The first section covers the Nirayavalika Upanga Sutra, divided into 10 chapters (Adhyayanas). The first chapter, "Kala" (Time), is extensively detailed. The commentary seems to be by Chandra Suri. The narrative begins with the historical context of Rajagriha, King Shrenika, and Lord Mahavir's disciple, Sudharma Swami. It then introduces the disciple Arya Jambu and his interaction with Sudharma Swami. A significant portion details the story of Prince Kala and his ten brothers, their participation in the "Rathamusala" war, their demise, and their subsequent rebirths in hell due to their actions. It also recounts the stories of Queen Chellana, her cravings during pregnancy, the abandonment of her son Kounik, and the subsequent events leading to Kounik becoming king. The narrative also covers the conflict between Kounik and his maternal uncle, King Chetak of Vaishali, and the war that ensued, including the downfall of Kounik's brothers.
• Other Upanga Sutras (pages 28 onwards): The commentary continues for the remaining Upanga Sutras like Kalpavatsika, Pushpika, Pushpachulika, and Vrishni Dasha, along with the ten Prakirnaka Sutras.
• Commentary Style: The commentary is in Sanskrit, attributed to Chandra Suri for at least the initial sutras. It provides detailed explanations, elaborates on the narratives, and clarifies the meaning of the sutras. The text includes original sutras (Moola Sutra) followed by the commentary (Vritti).
• Genealogy and Historical Context: The text provides significant historical and genealogical information, detailing the lineage of kings, queens, and princes, and their interactions, which often lead to dire consequences and rebirths in lower realms (hells) due to karmic implications of their actions.
• Karmic Implications: A recurring theme is the explanation of how actions (karma) lead to specific consequences, particularly in relation to rebirth in different realms, emphasizing the Jain principles of cause and effect.
• Lists of Publications: The latter pages (6-46) list numerous publications by Agam Shrut Prakashan, including various Jain Agama texts, commentaries, and other religious literature. It also provides details on the available volumes of the "Agam Sutra Satik" series.

Summary of Key Narratives (Early Chapters):

• The story of Prince Kala: This narrative is central to the initial chapters. It describes Prince Kala and his nine brothers, their participation in a major war called "Rathamusala." Their violent actions in the war resulted in their rebirth in hells. The text explains the karmic reasons for this, stemming from their violent conduct.
• The story of Queen Chellana and Kounik: This section delves into the life of Queen Chellana, mother of King Kounik. It describes her pregnancy cravings, the abandonment of her infant son, and his eventual rise to kingship. It also touches upon the political intrigue and familial conflicts that characterized this period.
• The conflict with King Chetak: The text details the conflict between King Kounik and King Chetak, highlighting the causes of the war, the military forces involved, and the tragic outcomes for many involved, including Kounik's brothers who fought and died in the conflict.

In essence, Volume 14 of "Agam Sutra Satik" provides in-depth scholarly commentary on significant Jain Upanga and Prakirna Sutras, illustrating Jain ethical and philosophical principles through detailed narratives and explanations of karmic consequences. The commentary is rich with historical context and philosophical exposition, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars of Jainism.