प्रकाशकीय

Summary

This issue of the research journal “Jainvidya” is published as a special issue dedicated to Acharya Prabhachandra. In Indian philosophy, Nyayavidya holds a distinct place, and it also has significant importance within the Jain philosophical tradition. Nyayavidya is the discipline of seeing and understanding the true nature of reality, the art of examining and determining the truth, correctness, and flawlessness of any object, fact, principle, or belief. Acharya Prabhachandra was a master of Nyayavidya, skilled in the style of refutation and establishment, knowledgeable in the intricacies of logic, a unique logician, and a profound scholar of Jain philosophy. He created literature on various subjects including religion, philosophy, spirituality, metaphysics, logic, Nyaya, grammar, and ethics, leaving his mark with his extraordinary intellect and insight. On the foundational text of Nyayavidya, “Parikshamukha,” composed by Acharya Manikyanandi, Acharya Prabhachandra wrote a voluminous commentary named “Prameyakamalamartanda,” consisting of 12,000 verses, bestowing uniqueness upon the treasure of Jain literature. Although a commentary, this work is regarded as an original text and is an unparalleled, unique, and foremost work of Jain Nyaya. Acharya Prabhachandra was honored and revered by King Bhoja of Dhara (10th century CE). He created vast literature during the reigns of King Bhoja and his successor King Jayasimha. It is clear that Acharya Prabhachandra lived in the eleventh century CE. The publishers express gratitude to all the scholars whose works have shaped this issue. The editor, members of the editorial board, and associate editors are all thanked.