Archival Overview
Jain philosopher whose 'Tattvartha Sutra' (That Which Is) is the first Jain scripture composed in classical Sanskrit, accepted by both Digambara and Svetambara traditions.
Biographical Record
Umashvati (2nd century CE) authored the Tattvartha Sutra ('On the Nature of Reality') in Pataliputra, synthesizing the entire spectrum of Jain metaphysics, ethics, cosmology, and epistemology.
His work gave the world the immortal Jain motto: 'Parasparopagraho Jivanam' (Souls render service to one another), establishing non-violence (Ahimsa) as the supreme cosmic principle.
Key Life Milestones
Composition of the Tattvartha Sutra
Penned the 357 Sanskrit aphorisms organizing all Jain doctrine, memorized across both Svetambara and Digambara sects.
Formulation of Parasparopagraho Jivanam
Established the principle that all living entities are bound together in mutual assistance and ecological harmony.
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Final Resting Place
Perpetual MemorialPatna, India