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Niyamasara

What is Niyamasara and who authored it?

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When was Niyamasara composed and what is its historical context?

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What is the central theme or purpose of Niyamasara?

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How is Niyamasara structured in terms of chapters and verses?

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What are the five niyamas (observances) described in Niyamasara?

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How does Niyamasara define and explain the path to liberation (moksha)?

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What is the concept of self-restraint (samyama) in Niyamasara?

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How do the niyamas in Niyamasara differ from the vratas (vows) in Jainism?

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What practical advice does Niyamasara offer for daily spiritual practice?

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What is Ashta-samyama (eightfold restraining) according to Niyamasara?

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How does Niyamasara address the three jewels (ratnatraya) of Jainism?

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What role does meditation play in the teachings of Niyamasara?

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How can a lay Jain implement the teachings of Niyamasara in everyday life?

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Are there reliable English translations or commentaries of Niyamasara?

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Who are the major commentators on Niyamasara and what insights do they provide?

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How does Niyamasara compare with other Jain scriptures like the Tattvartha Sutra?

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What does Niyamasara teach about non-violence (ahimsa) in thought, word, and deed?

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How does Niyamasara explain the nature of right knowledge (samyag-jnana) and perception (samyag-darshana)?

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What influence has Niyamasara had on subsequent Jain literature and practice?

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What are the challenges of interpreting and applying Niyamasara in the modern context?

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