Agama

SR No.: 023168
Original Sutra Author: N/A
Author: Namramuni, Gunvant Barvalia
Publisher: Global Jain Agam Mission
Publication Year: 2012
Total Pages: 126
Language: English
Classification: Book_English
File Size: 7 MB

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SRI BHAGAVATI SUTRA
Can we completely read and understand the scriptures by ourselves? Probably
one may not complete them, and even if completed, the satisfaction of reading
is not experienced.
The Bhagvati Sūtra is a divine compilation, in which Monks can decipher every verse. It provides a new insight into various topics. The Sūtra offers queries related to the sun, moon, Jain philosophy, many questions related to geography as well. In short, the Bhagvati Sūtra is a treasure of philosophy and is very auspicious. The Āgama contains information on probably all universal subjects.
The Bhagvati Sūtra is an inexpressible creation. Our life will truly be worth living, if we abide by the principles and advice that are decoded in this book.
The life spans of many objects are mentioned. For example, the clouds live for a period of six months by which they either disintegrate or fall as rain. The
reproductive cycle of animals is for a period of eight years and that of humans is
to a maximum of twelve years.
A running horse produces a peculiar sound. Where does this sound come
from? A gas called "karkat" is produced between the heart and the liver. When a horse runs, a gas is released and thus, the peculiar sound. From this, it is evident that Lord knew every aspect about the physical structure and nature of animals.
All the previous Tirthankaras wore colored clothes. Lord Mahāvīra brought
about a transformation in the dress code to white. He instructed all his disciples
also to wear white thereafter. The heat absorbed by the color white is less
compared to that by other colors. He was conscious about the global warming and
the rising temperatures. Therefore 2500 years ago Lord Mahāvīra had forecasted the climatic conditions. His knowledge was deep.