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the loss of a lakh of rupees or not let it become over-joyous
when you unexpectedly earn a lakh of rupees, be fearless
when you encounter a thief or vogue. But for the one who
has sought the shelter of the Arihantas, it is an easy task.
Sulsa considered the Arihantas to be her only shelter. Thus,
she was fearless and determined. During the Devta’s test, he
religious disposition was unmoved even after the great blow
of the death of her 32 sons. She regained her composure on
hearing Abhaykumar’s words.
Now, let’s see how she successfully passed Ambad Parivrajak’s
examination because of her glorious religious outlook. Earlier,
Ambad Parivrajak was a Sanyasi (a non-Jain sage) but
influenced by Lord Mahavira’s teachings, he had attained
Samyaktva and had become a Shravaka.
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