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 2 - Sound of a horse
Q. 33. Bhante! While running, why does a horse make sound like khu-khu?
A. 33. Gautama! While he is running, a type of wind called Karkaṭa is generated between his heart and the lever because of which he makes sound like khu-khu.