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Vol. 23 · No. 3

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Plate: Sarasvati (in coloured chalk)

Sarasvati; the goddess of learning and arts; is portrayed in this coloured chalk plate by artist Ganesh Lalwani with striking elegance. The illustration appears as a frontispiece to the January 1989…

January - 1989Vol. 23 · No. 3pp. 77

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Vol. 19 · No. 4

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Nandsen

By Ganesh Lalwani

Nandsen, an orphan boy, grows up in his maternal uncle’s house where he is overworked, abused and called ‘an ugly boar.’ Feeling unloved and worthless, he runs away and sleeps under trees. One…

April - 1985Vol. 19 · No. 4pp. 160–164

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Sthulabhadra

By Ganesh Lalwani

Sthūlabhadra, once the prime minister of Magadha, becomes a Jain monk after living twelve years with Kosa, a celebrated courtesan. When the rains retreat (cāturmāsya) arrives and monks choose…

April - 1985Vol. 19 · No. 4pp. 152–159

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Vol. 17 · No. 2

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Udayi

By Ganesh Lalwani

This story recounts the life of Udayi, a king who ruled sixteen prosperous countries but experienced a spiritual crisis. Dissatisfied with worldly power, Udayi sought instruction from Mahavira. The…

Oct - 1982Vol. 17 · No. 2pp. 52–56

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Vol. 16 · No. 4

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Written at Panitabhumi

By Ganesh Lalwani

Ganesh Lalwani’s poem is inspired by the account in the Ācārāṅga Sūtra of Lord Mahāvīra’s journey to Panitabhumi. The poet imagines seeing the Lord walking along a sun‑scorched road, bare‑footed and…

April - 1982Vol. 16 · No. 4pp. 190–191

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The Renunciation of Nemi

By Paresh Chandra Dasgupta, Ganesh Lalwani

Ganesh Lalwani’s five‑scene dance drama brings to life one of the defining stories of Jain tradition: Prince Nemi’s decision to renounce worldly life on his wedding day. Scene I sets the stage with…

April - 1982Vol. 16 · No. 4pp. 155–169

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Vol. XVI · No. 3

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Thavaraccaputra

By Ganesh Lalwani

Set in a domestic scene, this narrative recounts the spiritual awakening of a boy named Thavaraccaputra. At the beginning, the child gazes at the sky from his terrace and hears an enchanting song…

Jan - 1982Vol. XVI · No. 3pp. 92–94

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Nagila

By Ganesh Lalwani

‘Nagila’ is a poignant narrative about love, renunciation and spiritual awakening. Bhavadeva, deeply in love with his radiant wife Nagila, regards her as the queen of his heart and she reciprocates…

Oct - 1981Vol. 16 · No. 2pp. 59–62

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Vol. 15 · No. 3

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Prabhavati

By Ganesh Lalwani

Ganesha Lalwani's short story Prabhavati narrates the romance between Princess Prabhavati of Kushasthala and Prince Parsva of Kashi and explores themes of love duty and bravery. The tale opens with…

Jan - 1981Vol. 15 · No. 3pp. 95–100

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Vol. XV · No. 2

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Ripupratisatru

By Ganesh Lalwani

This narrative tells the story of King Ripupratisatru of Potanapura, who enters a forest after a festival to hunt. The early morning scene is described poetically: mist lifting like a silk curtain,…

Oct - 1980Vol. XV · No. 2pp. 56–60

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Rathanemi

By Ganesh Lalwani

Rathanemi is a narrative exploring renunciation, temptation and spiritual discipline. The story is set on a day when rain clouds hang over Mount Ujjayanta. Rajimati, daughter of Ugrasena of the Bhoga…

July 1980Vol. 15 · No. 1pp. 10–14

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Vol. XIV · No. 3

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Revati

By Ganesh Lalwani

The article "Revati" by Ganesh Lalwani presents a narrative exploring the conflict between worldly desires and religious asceticism within a Jain context. The main argument centers on the tension…

Jan - 1980Vol. XIV · No. 3pp. 94–98

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Vol. 14 · No. 2

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Nilanjana

By Ganesh Lalwani

Ganesh Lalwani’s narrative “Nilanjana” recounts a celestial love story that conveys deeper spiritual lessons. Set in the heavenly Parijatā garden, the tale introduces Nilanjana as the radiant…

October 1979Vol. 14 · No. 2pp. 53–58

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Bahubali

By Ganesh Lalwani

This narrative recounts the fraternal contest between Bahubali and his elder brother Bharata, sons of the first Jain Tirthankara. Having conquered the world, Bharata demanded submission from his…

July - 1979Vol. 14 · No. 1pp. 17–20

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Vol. 13 · No. 3

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Sukumarika

By Ganesh Lalwani

“Sukumarika” is a narrative retelling by Ganesh Lalwani that illustrates the karmic origin of Draupadī’s polyandrous marriage in the Mahābhārata. The story centres on Sukumarikā, the beautiful…

January 1979Vol. 13 · No. 3pp. 104–107

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Nandisen – a short story

By Ganesh Lalwani

Ganesh Lalwani’s short story retells the legend of Nandisen, a young prince who chooses the path of renunciation despite worldly temptation. Having obtained his father’s permission to seek…

Oct - 1978Vol. 13 · No. 2pp. 70–74

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Vol. 12 · No. 2

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Obeisance to Moon of Love

By K. B. Jindal, Ganesh Lalwani, Namo Premacandrimaya

“Obeisance to the Moon of Love” is an English free‑verse translation by K. B. Jindal of an operetta on a Jain legend originally composed in Bengali by Ganesh Lalwani. The operetta dramatizes episodes…

October - 1977Vol. 12 · No. 2pp. 43–50

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Articles

Plate: Sarasvati (in coloured chalk)

Nandsen

Sthulabhadra

Udayi

Written at Panitabhumi

The Renunciation of Nemi

Thavaraccaputra

Nagila

Prabhavati

Ripupratisatru

Rathanemi

Revati

Nilanjana

Bahubali

Sukumarika

Nandisen – a short story

Obeisance to Moon of Love

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