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The provided text is the digital scan of the Jain text "Syadwad Manjari" (स्याद्वादमञ्जरी), authored by Shri Mallishen Suri (श्री मल्लिशेण सूरि) and edited by Shri Motilal Ladhaji (श्री मोतीलाल लाधाजी) and Munishri Prashamrativijayji (मुनिश्री प्रशमरतिविजयजी).

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Title: Syadwad Manjari (स्याद्वादमञ्जरी)

Author: Shri Mallishen Suri (श्री मल्लिशेण सूरि)

Editors/Compilers:

  • Chief Editor: Shri Motilal Ladhaji (श्री मोतीलाल लाधाजी)
  • Editor: Munishri Prashamrativijayji (मुनिश्री प्रशमरतिविजयजी), disciple of the revered Acharya Shri Vijayramchandrasurishwarji (श्री मद्विजयरामचन्द्रसूरीश्वरजी).

Publisher: Pravachan Prakashan, Pune (प्रवचन प्रकाशन, पूना). It's part of the Shri Vijaymahodayasuri Granthamala - 1 (श्री विजयमहोदयसूरिग्रंथमाला - १).

First Edition: V.S. 1982 (वि.सं. १९८२) New Edition: V.S. 2058 (वि.सं. २०५८) - Corresponding to 2002 CE.

Valuable: Rs. 80.00

Catalog Link: https://jainqq.org/explore/002261/1

Content Overview:

The "Syadwad Manjari" is a commentary on the "Anyayogavyavacchedikā Dvātrinśikā" (अन्ययोगव्यवच्छेदद्वात्रिंशिका) by the renowned Jain Acharya Shri Hemchandracharya (श्री हेमचन्द्राचार्य), also known as Kalikal Sarvagña (कलिकालसर्वज्ञ).

The primary purpose of the "Syadwad Manjari" is to explain and elaborate on the philosophical concepts presented in Hemchandracharya's work, particularly focusing on the refutation of other philosophical schools (parmatakhandan - परमतखण्डन) and the establishment of Jainism's core tenets, especially Syadvaad (स्याद्वाद).

Key Aspects Highlighted in the Text:

  1. The Original Work: Hemchandracharya wrote two "Dvātrinśikās" (thirty-two-verse works): "Ayogavyavacchedikā" (अयोगव्यवच्छेदिका) and "Anyayogavyavacchedikā" (अन्ययोगव्यवच्छेदिका). The latter is the subject of the "Syadwad Manjari."

    • "Ayogavyavacchedikā" elaborates on Jain philosophy.
    • "Anyayogavyavacchedikā" refutes opposing viewpoints (matāntarakhaṇḍana - मतान्तरखण्डन) and then establishes its own stance.

  2. The Commentary: "Syadwad Manjari" is the only known commentary on "Anyayogavyavacchedikā" that predates or is contemporary to it. The author, Shri Mallishen Suri, explains that he chose to comment on the "Anyayogavyavacchedikā" rather than the "Ayogavyavacchedikā" because the latter was considered easier to understand. The "Anyayogavyavacchedikā" is praised for its ability to refute various false doctrines (durvādiparishadadhikṣepadakṣāyāḥ - दुर्नयनिराकरणपूर्वकम्).

  3. Scope of Hemchandracharya's Work (as outlined in the introduction): The introduction meticulously lists the topics covered in Hemchandracharya's "Anyayogavyavacchedikā" verse by verse (श्लोक क्रमेण):

    • Invocation and declaration of intent (Mangalacharan, Stuti-pratijña).
    • The importance of discussing philosophical truths.
    • Refutation of Samanya-Visheshavada (सामान्यविशेषवाद) in Vaisheshika and Nyaya schools.
    • Critique of absolute permanence (ekānta-nityapakṣa - एकान्तनित्यपक्ष) and absolute impermanence (ekāntaanitya-pakṣa - एकान्तअनित्यपक्ष).
    • Refutation of the singular creator God (Ishwar-aikatva - ईश्वरएकत्वादि).
    • Critique of the distinction between substance and attribute (Dharma-Dharmi bhed - धर्मधर्मिभेद) and the concept of Samavaya (समवाय).
    • Refutation of the substance of existence (Sattā-padārtha - सत्तापदार्थ), attributing separate knowledge to the soul, and the concept of liberation as the destruction of soul's attributes.
    • Refutation of the soul being separate from the body (Dehādiriktātmanaḥ khaṇḍana - देहादतिरिक्तात्मनः खण्डन).
    • Critique of the substances accepted by Akṣapāda (Gautama) (Akṣapāda-gṛhīta-padārthā-nāṁ khaṇḍana - अक्षपादगृहीतपदार्थानां खण्डन).
    • Refutation of animal sacrifice in rituals (Yajña-hiṁsāyāḥ khaṇḍana - यज्ञहिंसायाः खण्डन).
    • Critique of Mimāṁsakas' belief in eternal, imperceptible knowledge and Naiyāyikas' belief in knowledge dependent on the soul.
    • Refutation of Maya-vaada (मायावाद).
    • Explanation of Syadvaada with refutation of various theories about the relationship between general and particular (Sādhāraṇa-viśeṣavācya-vācaka-bhāva-khaṇḍana - सामान्यविशेषवाच्यवाचकभावखण्डन).
    • Refutation of Sankhya's Purusha-Prakṛti theory (Sāṅkhyābhimata-prakṛti-puruṣa-vāda - सांख्याभिमतप्रकृतिपुरुषवाद).
    • Critique of Buddhist doctrines:
      • Evidence and its fruit being identical (Pramāṇābhinnaṁ pramāṇaphalaṁ - प्रमाणाभिन्नं प्रमाणफलं).
      • Rejection of external objects (Bāhyārtho nāsti - बाह्यार्थो नास्ति).
      • Advaita of knowledge (Kevalaṁ jñānadvaitam - केवलं ज्ञानाद्वैतम्).
      • Refutation of Śūnyavāda (Śūnyavādimate khaṇḍana - शून्यवादिमतस्य खण्डन).
      • Refutation of Kṣaṇikavāda (Kṣaṇikavādimate khaṇḍana - क्षणिकवादिमतस्य खण्डन).
      • Refutation of the concept of Vāsanā in Buddhism (Bauddha-bhimata-vāsanāyāḥ khaṇḍana - बौद्धाभिमतवासनायाः खण्डन).
    • Refutation of Charvaka materialism (Cārvāka-mate khaṇḍana - चार्वाकमतस्य खण्डन).
    • Refutation of absolute doctrines (Ekānta-vādimate khaṇḍana - एकान्तवादिमतस्य खण्डन).
    • Establishment of Syadvaada (Syād-vādasthāpanā - स्याद्वादस्थापना) through the Seven-fold Predication (Saptabhangi - सप्तभङ्गी).
    • Explanation of Pramāṇa and Nay as means of knowledge, distinguishing them from incorrect views (Pramāṇa-nay Nirūpaṇa - प्रमाणनयनिरूपण).
    • Establishment of the multiplicity of souls (Jīvānaṅtyavāda-sthāpanā - जीवानन्त्यवादस्थापन).
    • Glorification of Lord Mahavir (Shri Vardhaman) (Shri Vardhaman-stuti - श्रीवर्धमानस्तुति).

  4. Mallishen Suri's Expertise: The preface emphasizes Mallishen Suri's comprehensive knowledge across various philosophies, his ability to refute opposing views accurately and respectfully, and his skillful explanation of his own doctrine, making the "Syadwad Manjari" a highly valuable and authoritative work.

  5. The Syadvaad: The text extensively explains the concept of Syadvaada (स्याद्वाद), the doctrine of conditional predication or the multi-faceted nature of reality. It is presented as the cornerstone of Jain logic and epistemology, capable of reconciling seemingly contradictory attributes. The seven types of predication (Saptabhangi - सप्तभङ्गी) are explained as the manifestation of Syadvaada.

  6. Publication Details: The text includes detailed publication information, including the editors, the founding of the Granthamala in honor of Acharya Shri Vijay Mahodayasuri, and the support of the Shri Kesar Bai Gyan Mandir Trust, Patan. It also mentions the translation assistance of Pandit Shridhar Shastri and the logistical support from individuals like Shri Bhupesh Bhayani, Shri Rajendrabhai Labhai Shah, and Shri Bharatbhai Mafatlal Shah.

  7. Structure and Features of the Edition:

    • Extensive footnotes (Tippani - टिप्पणियाँ) are provided to clarify meanings, explain philosophical concepts, and cite references from various texts.
    • Nine appendices (Parishishta - परिशिष्ट) are included, covering:
      1. Opposing arguments (Purva paksha - पूर्वपक्ष).
      2. Available quotations (Upalabdha Vakyani - उपलब्धवाक्यानि).
      3. Unavailable quotations (Anupalabdha Vakyani - अनुपलब्धवाक्यानि).
      4. Similar available texts (Upalabdha Samani - उपलब्धसमानि).
      5. Texts referenced in Syadwad Manjari (Syadwad Manjari nirdishta grantha - स्याद्वादमञ्जरीनिर्दिष्टा ग्रन्थाः).
      6. Authors mentioned in Syadwad Manjari (Syadwad Manjari nirdishta granthakruta - स्याद्वादमञ्जरीनिर्दिष्टा ग्रन्थकृतः).
      7. Philosophical arguments mentioned in Syadwad Manjari (Syadwad Manjari nirdishta nyaya - स्याद्वादमञ्जरीनिर्दिष्टा न्यायाः).
      8. Texts used for commentary and presenting opposing arguments (Tippanyaṁ prayojita grantha - टिप्पण्यां प्रयुक्ता ग्रन्थाः).
      9. Books used for printing (Mudranartham prayojita pustakaani - मुद्रणार्थमुपयोजितानि पुस्तकानि).

  8. Historical Context: The preface provides a timeline for Shri Hemchandracharya's passing of the Acharya title (Shalivahana Shaka 1031) and Shri Mallishen Suri's completion of the commentary (Shalivahana Shaka 1214), establishing their respective eras. It also details the lineage of teachers (Guru Parampara - गुरुपरंपरा) within the Nagendra Gaccha.

In essence, the "Syadwad Manjari" is a profound philosophical commentary that meticulously dissects Hemchandracharya's arguments, refutes heterodox views with detailed logic and scriptural evidence, and powerfully establishes the Syadvaad perspective as the most comprehensive and truthful understanding of reality within Jain philosophy. The modern edition is a scholarly endeavor to make this crucial text accessible with extensive annotations and supporting materials.