Jain Gurjar Kavio Part 06

This document is the sixth volume of "Jain Gurjar Kavio" (Jain Poets of Gujarat), compiled and edited by Mohanlal Dalichand Desai and revised/expanded by Jayant Kothari. Published by Mahavira Jain Vidyalay in Bombay in July 1989, this book serves as a descriptive catalog of Jain poets and their works in the Gujarati language from the 19th and 20th centuries (Vikram Samvat 19th and 20th centuries). It also includes a list of works by non-Jaina poets found in Jain libraries.

Key aspects of the text include:

• Comprehensive Cataloging: The primary purpose of this volume is to meticulously catalog poets and their literary creations. It lists numerous poets, identified by their sequential numbers in the catalog (starting from 1229 and going up to 1464 in the provided pages, and likely continuing further).
• Biographical and Bibliographical Details: For each poet, the catalog provides details such as their lineage (e.g., disciple of Guru X, son of Y), the century of their activity (primarily 19th and 20th centuries of Vikram Samvat), the title of their work(s), the number of verses or chapters (e.g., 54 kadi, 28 dol), the approximate date of composition (e.g., Samvat 1781), and the location where the manuscript was found or published (e.g., Vijaipur Jain Gyan Mandir, Jasvijay Muni Sangrah).
• Scope of Works: The catalog covers a wide range of literary forms, including stotras (hymns), razas (narrative poems), charitras (biographies), dialogues, and philosophical treatises.
• Manuscript and Publication Information: The text indicates the source of the information, whether it's from a specific manuscript collection (e.g., Hastalikhit Pustak Sangrah, B.J. Bhandar) or a published work. It also notes if a work has been previously published in earlier volumes of "Jain Gurjar Kavio."
• Revised and Expanded Edition: The "Nivedan" (statement) by Jayant Kothari clarifies that this second revised edition benefited from using resources like the Hastalikhit Granth Yadi of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan and BV Bhandar for the first time. He also mentions using works like "Rajsthani Sahitya ni Itihas ni Ruprekha" by Hiralal Maheshwari and "Hindi Sahitya Kosh" to enhance the section on non-Jaina poets. He acknowledges that information on Hindi works might not be fully updated due to the primary focus on Gujarati works.
• Original Compiler's Effort: The statement also highlights Mohanlal Dalichand Desai's extensive research, noting that he utilized around 400 sources for the entire "Jain Gurjar Kavio" series.
• Structure and Organization: The book is organized chronologically by the century of the poets' activity. Within each century, poets are listed with their works. The text also includes an index of abbreviations for source materials and an index of important corrections ("Mahatvani Shuddhivrudhhi").
• Emphasis on Jain Tradition: The catalog primarily focuses on Jain poets, their adherence to Jain principles, and their contributions to Jain literature, philosophy, and devotional practices.
• Inclusion of Non-Jaina Poets: A significant aspect is the inclusion of non-Jaina poets whose works were found in Jain libraries, providing a broader historical and literary context.

In essence, "Jain Gurjar Kavio Part 06" is a scholarly resource that meticulously documents the rich literary heritage of Jainism in Gujarat during the 19th and 20th centuries, showcasing the diversity of poets, their works, and the historical context of their creations.