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Summary
This section contains reviews of five publications along with editorial guidelines for the journal *Jainvidya*. The review of **Bhāvakācāra**, attributed to Pandit Todarmal, questions the authenticity of the published text. The reviewer notes that the title printed as *Bhāvakācāra* differs from the title cited within the book, that its language does not resemble Todarmal’s customary Dhundhari style, and that it contains references to modern objects such as airplanes, which would not have existed during his lifetime. On these grounds, the reviewer considers the attribution doubtful. **Jñānasāra**, by Padumsingh Muni and edited by Pandit Kailashchandra Siddhantashastri, is described as a concise and valuable work discussing the types, results, and proper conditions of meditation. The reviewer recommends it for students and practitioners interested in meditation. **Jain Tattvajñāna Mīmāṃsā**, authored by Dr. Darbarilal Kothia, is presented as a collection of approximately sixty essays written on various occasions. Covering religion, philosophy, logic, history, and literature, the volume is regarded as a useful reference work suitable for readers, libraries, and temples. **Samādhimaraṇotsāha-Dīpaka**, composed by Sakalakīrti and translated by Pandit Hiralal Jain, is a Sanskrit verse text accompanied by Hindi translation and explanation. The edition also includes devotional readings and reflections on *samādhi-maraṇa*. According to the reviewer, the work helps readers understand death without fear and encourages the cultivation of spiritual equanimity at life’s end. **Anitya Bhāvanā**, translated by Pandit Jugalkishore Mukhtar from Ācārya Padmanandi’s Sanskrit *Anityapañcāśat*, includes the original Sanskrit text, a Hindi translation, and English renderings of the verses. The work emphasizes the impermanence of worldly existence and material enjoyments, encouraging detachment, self-reflection, and spiritual welfare. The publication is praised for its presentation and usefulness. The final section provides submission guidelines for *Jainvidya*. The journal is intended to be published twice annually and accepts original, unpublished research and investigative studies. Authors are responsible for the accuracy of their work, submissions should be clearly written or typed with adequate margins, institutions engaged in research may have their activities reported, and three copies of books are required for review. Editorial correspondence is directed to the Editor of *Jainvidya* at B-20, Ganesh Marg, Bapunagar, Jaipur–302015.
Summary reviewed by a volunteer editor.
Conclusion
The reviewed works collectively demonstrate the diversity and practical orientation of Jain intellectual literature, ranging from ethics, meditation, philosophy, and attitudes toward death to reflections on impermanence. While the review raises legitimate doubts regarding the authorship and authenticity of *Bhāvakācāra*, it commends the remaining publications for their scholarly value, spiritual insight, and usefulness to both researchers and general readers. The section ultimately underscores the importance of critical textual scrutiny, preservation of reliable literature, and continued academic engagement with Jain philosophical and literary traditions.