Pravachanasāra unfolds in 275 concise verses, traditionally parsed into four thematic chapters that weave theory and practice into a seamless roadmap toward liberation.

• Chapter 1 (v. 1–74): “Essence of Substance”
Explores the true nature of the soul (jīva) versus matter (ajīva), laying the groundwork for right faith (samyag-darśana). It’s like getting the blueprint before building a house—cut to the chase on what really matters.

• Chapter 2 (v. 75–104): “Inner Attributes”
Dives into the soul’s innate qualities—knowledge, perception, bliss and energy—and how they get clouded by passions. Think of it as an ancient mindfulness masterclass, centuries before today’s AI-driven self-help apps.

• Chapter 3 (v. 105–188): “States of Detachment”
Maps out meditation techniques (dhyāna), reflective exercises (anuprekṣā) and progressive stages of inner purification. Readers are guided through six “reflections” that echo modern wellness trends—minus the subscription fee.

• Chapter 4 (v. 189–275): “Path to Liberation”
Lays down vows (vratas), restraints (samvar), the nine obstacles (antarāya) and the ladder of spiritual advancement leading to mokṣa. It’s the nuts-and-bolts of conduct (samyak-cāritra), a do-it-yourself kit for ultimate freedom.

Each chapter builds on the last, shifting gears from metaphysical groundwork to hands-on discipline. In a world buzzing with mindfulness podcasts and vision-language AI trainers, Kundakunda’s layout still hits home with its three pillars—faith, knowledge and conduct—plus a final sprint toward pure liberation. The structure remains a timeless GPS: first understand what’s inside, then clear the clutter, cultivate detachment, and finally walk the path with unwavering resolve.