Prophetic text
Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
Hemacandra; translated by Helen M. Johnson
Hemacandra’s work recounts the lives of sixty-three illustrious figures in Jain tradition. Its Mahavira narrative includes accounts of coming decline and an oppressive ruler called Kalkin.
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Edition and location
Helen M. Johnson translation, Wisdom Library transcription
Mahavira-caritra chapter XIII, parts 5–7 (fifth spoke, Kalkin, sixth spoke)