Bhagavati-sutra (Viyaha-pannatti)
by K. C. Lalwani | 1973 | 185,989 words
The English translation of the Bhagavati-sutra which is the fifth Jaina Agama (canonical literature). It is a large encyclopedic work in the form of a dialogue where Mahavira replies to various question. The present form of the Sutra dates to the fifth century A.D. Abhayadeva Suri wrote a vritti (commentary) on the Bhagavati in A.D. 1071. In his J...
Part 4 - On non-renunciation
Gautama paid homage land obeisance to the Lord, and having done so, made the following submission:
Q. 301. Bhante! A merchant, a pauper, a miser and a warrior—do they have the same non-renunciation?
A. 301. Yes, Gautama, a merchant,...till a warrior have the same non-renunciation.
Q. 302. Why is it so?
A. 302. Gautama! It is so for lack of formal abstinence. Hence it is said that a merchant, a pauper,...till a warrior have the same non-renunciation.
Notes (based on commentary of Abhayadeva Sūri):
(There is no commentary available for this section).