Shaddarshan Sutra Sangraha Evam Shaddarshan Vishayak Krutaya

The book "Shaddarshan Sutra Sangraha evam Shaddarshan Vishayak Krutaya" (Collection of Six Philosophical Treatises and Works on the Six Philosophies) by Sanyamkirtivijay, published by Sanmarg Prakashan, is a comprehensive compilation of fundamental texts from six major Indian philosophical schools, also known as the "Shad Darshanas".

The primary purpose of this compilation is to provide a comparative study of these philosophical systems for students and scholars of philosophy. The book is divided into two main parts:

Part 1: Shad Darshan Sutra Sangraha (Collection of Six Philosophical Treatises)

This section contains the foundational sutra texts of the following six philosophical traditions:

1. Jain Darshan (Jain Philosophy): This includes key texts like:
   • Pramananayatatwaloka by Vadi Dev Suri
   • Pramana Mimansa by Hemachandra Suri
   • Shri Tattvarthadhigama Sutra by Umaswati Maharaja
2. Mimansa Darshan (Mimamsa Philosophy): This section features the Mimansa Sutras by Jaimini Rishi.
3. Vedanta Darshan (Vedanta Philosophy): This part includes the Brahma Sutras by Badarayana Rishi.
4. Sankhya Darshan (Sankhya Philosophy): This section contains the Sankhya Sutras by Kapil Rishi.
5. Yoga Darshan (Yoga Philosophy): This part presents the Patanjala Yoga Sutras by Patanjali.
6. Nyaya Darshan (Nyaya Philosophy): This section includes the Nyaya Sutras by Gautama Rishi.
7. Vaisheshika Darshan (Vaisheshika Philosophy): This part features the Vaisheshika Sutras by Kanada Rishi.

Each of these sections provides the original sutras, offering a direct glimpse into the core tenets of each philosophy.

Part 2: Shad Darshan Vishayak Krutaya (Works on the Six Philosophies)

This section delves deeper by including nineteen significant works authored by Jain scholars and monks that discuss and analyze the six major philosophical systems from a Jain perspective. These works provide critical reviews, comparisons, and explanations of the Shad Darshanas within the framework of Jain philosophy. Some of the notable works included are:

• Shaddarshan Samuchchaya - Laghuvritti by Haribhadra Suri (with commentary)
• Shaddarshan Samuchchaya Vachurni (author unnamed, possibly Brahmashantidas)
• Laghu Shaddarshan Samuchchaya (author unnamed)
• Shaddarshan Samuchchaya by Rajshekhar Suri
• Shaddarshan Nirnaya by Merutung Suri
• Jain Syadvada Muktavali (also known as Jain Vishesh Tark) by Yashasvatsagar Ji
• Syadvada Muktavali (same as above, possibly an alternative title or section)
• Sarva Siddhanta Praveshak (author unnamed)
• Yukti Prakash Vivaran by Padmasagar Gani
• Syadvada Kalika by Rajshekhar Suri
• Shaddarshan Parikram (author unnamed)
• Syadvada Bhasha by Shubha Vijay Gani
• Anumana Matrika (author unnamed)
• Nyayavatara by Siddhasen Divakar Suri
• Nyayavatara Sutra Vartika by Shanti Suri
• Yuktyanushasana by Samantabhadra Acharya
• Ayogavyachchheda Dvātrinśikā by Hemachandra Suri
• Anyayogavyachchheda Dvātrinśikā by Hemachandra Suri
• Utpadadi Siddhi by Chandrasena Suri

The introduction to the book highlights the invaluable contribution of the Jain scholars in preserving and presenting these diverse philosophical viewpoints. It also emphasizes that the compilation is intended for personal study and spiritual edification, not for commercial exploitation. The book serves as a valuable resource for understanding the interrelation and comparative aspects of major Indian philosophical traditions, particularly from a Jain epistemological standpoint.