Padmapurana (पद्मपुराण)
By Acharya Ravishena • Prathamānuyoga
Overview & Doctrinal Significance
The earliest surviving Sanskrit Jain Ramayana. Depicts Rama (Padma) as the 8th Baladeva and Lakshmana as the 8th Vasudeva, contextualizing Ravana as a cultured Vidyadhara king whose passions caused his tragic fall.
Central Doctrinal Theme
Ahimsa in narrative; karmic retribution, non-violent warfare, and renunciation culminating in Rama attaining Nirvana.
Foundational Sacred Verses
Open Wisdom Studio"Dharma in this universe is rooted in compassion; Dharma alone confers true happiness. Beings devoid of Dharma inevitably inherit suffering."
Commentarial Lineage (Ṭīkā Paramparā)
Over the centuries, foremost Acharyas composed extensive commentaries to unlock the philosophical depth of Padmapurana:
Padmapurana Tika
18th Century CEVenerated Dhundhari prose translation and spiritual commentary.
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