This work is an attempt to examine the nine sacred recitations collectively known as the Nava-smarana. Some of these recitations are very popular and almost worshipped by devout Jains. The smaranas that have been explored in this book can only give one a glimpse in to the vast ocean of Jain literary works and achievements. Although, many smaranas are recited in prayers almost every day, there is no in-depth study that has been done in English. This book aims to ...