The is traditionally attributed to the great Acharya (monk-scholar) Acharya Jinasena . Acharya Jinasena is a towering figure in Jain history, famously known for beginning the monumental Adi Purana , which was later completed by his disciple, Acharya Gunabhadra. While the Adi Purana focuses on the first Tirthankara, Rishabhanatha, the Amal Puran is often associated with narratives that complement these teachings, focusing on purity, ethical living, and the consequences of karma.
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To appreciate the text, one must first understand its position within Jain literature. The term "Purana" in Jainism differs slightly from the Puranas of the Vedic tradition. While Vedic Puranas often focus on the glories of deities like Vishnu or Shiva, Jain Puranas are biographical in nature. They chronicle the lives of the (spiritual teachers who have conquered the cycle of rebirth and made a path for others to follow) and other great figures known as Shalaka Purushas . The is traditionally attributed to the great Acharya