JAINISM -CONQUERING FEAR OF DEATH-----------!!!

The question and answer session attended by me on last full moon day was a blessing for me. Just sharing the answer by Gurudeo for my Blog readers, Gurudeo was answering question by a devotee "Sir, Why always I am being surrounded by fear of death-----------------?. 
Can you please guide me to overcome it so that ,I can live the normal life like many of us.." The devotee with much soft tone put request by offering Gurudeo Vandana by three Tikkhuto Path with respect.

  "Please excuse me-- and do not take it otherwise- Gurudeo started 
 conversation. A true Jain follower never fear for death or anything because he knew Karma theory and the basic first lesson respected  Pujya Bhagwan Mahaveerswami told to his principle 11 disciples.
It is called "Tripadi".With this Tripadi Gandhar Bhagwan compose

whole set of Aagams. It is the foundation stone of Jainism and spell out mainly the nature of soul and non living substance appropriately.

 The Tripadi is "Uppnneva ( apparent rebirth ) ,Vigameeva (apparent death/destruction), Dhuveva ( permanent, existence). This famous doctrine of Jainism is known as "Nityatvawaad"----- always present.
( continuous and permanent existence).With  their high and extra ordinary intellectual level Ghandhar  grasp- what Bhagwan wants to communicate with those three words only.Then they compose Agam

 Let me explain it -Universe has only two basic Dravya---Jivdravya 

( which cause living soul ) and Ajeevadravya ( causing non living material ). Both these basics are infinite in number and permanent in nature for all time to come. Roots of all world- what we see is this.

Their form may differ since each element has so many conversion options as per individual Karma involved. But in any circumstances one will not take form of former or vice versa. Simply living cannot turn out to be non living and like. Let us study Tripadi of Bhagwan.
Meaning of Tripadi is "When new option seems to come into being  in existence, the old option comes to an end but original substance is there for ever" It underlines the permanent nature of all living souls.

 The process of conversation may continue for definite or indefinite period for living soul till salvation is being obtained. For Abhavi and non living ones the process will be forever with total different forms.
For liberated souls there will not any rebirth so no changes in form of pure soul  called "Siddha". They will be at one place in constantly.

For example a man dies. He takes rebirth as God in heaven. On such term expiry ,he take birth in hell or plant or animal or human. Means the form or Gati or category may change but the original Dravya will always be the soul. Hence it is called that soul is immortal and never dies. In all forms ,he will be always there in this universe.

Now let us take non living category example of gold chain. It is melted and coin is being prepared. After some time the coin was again melted and ring/necklace prepared out of it. Means design or shape may be changed but basic non living metal will always remain as metal. It will not change nor will convert into living element at any given point of time. The conclusion is it's permanent existence.

 Thus the soul cannot be seen, cut, burnt or cached. It is there for ever. Living souls are fixed in numbers. It's Siddha category keeps increasing or constant balance four categories keeps changing. Though as a whole the  total number is fixed, and unchangeable. A
 liberated soul is a living  soul one without body residing at the top of Universe in eternal peace and in non movement state forever.

 If one knows this basic permanent theory, then one will not carry unnecessary burden of fear. So need of hour it to study Aagams where Bhagwan has unfolded many apparent mysteries of life." I thanked Gurudeo for unfolding such basic thing and helping us to lead a fearless life.Once you know soul is immortal fear vanishes.

 JAI JINENDRA-------!!!---------- JAI MAHAVEERA---------!!!.

JAINISM-----UNIVERSE OPERATIONS IN SIMPLE TERMS-------!!!

I was little bit confused when I read the above topic for coming Sunday's kid's summer camp. At the same time was also curious to hear how Gurudeo will spell out this difficult topic. So even on busy Sunday, I was before time at the venue. I was very happy to note the good number of attendance. On time the lecture began-It is duly covered by current blog. Gurudeo started topic with a usual smile.
 "The present universe we live is same for all the times past .present and future. It is made of  five components discussed herewith.
1) Dharmastikaay---Refer as D
2) Adharmastikay---Refer as AD
3) Aakashtikaay-----Refer as AK.- (Sky).
4) Pudgalstikaay---- Refer as P.
5) Jivastikaay--------Ref as J.

One last element making changes in last two P+J is called Kaal 
( period). All changes in this Universe are due to changes in- P+J. Other three elements being as it is always constant. Let me explain
explain this theory by a image of a cyclist as given below.

Suppose the rider aged 30 years is riding cycle in the year 05/ 2016.
1) He is moving the cycle with legs. But one more unseen element helping him to get the  motion and making movement. It is D. It's function is to help to get motion to all moving things.
2) When he stops cycle second element, AD is helping him to stop action. It's function is to offer rest. Otherwise motion will not stop.
3) The space to cycle and self to stand is given - third element AK.
4) The cycle which is made of iron and other materials is forth element P.It is non living substance .It's category is non living one.
    All above four elements are non living. 1st ,2nd and 3rd elements are invisible. 4th element is of both types-visible and invisible. First three are single in number while remaining two are infinite. Please refer following diagram to study it's components.

5) The man riding the cycle is only living soul within the apparent body. Soul is invisible while his body is visible since it is made of P
Soul is operational force behind body and doer of all good and bad.
This rider falls in category of J .We all belong to it-Jivastikaay.

 Now let us imagine the  status of rider and cycle after 70 years---. The man in example dies and if not liberated will take rebirth else where in one Gati out of four Gati as per Karma built by Him- any where in the Universe not necessarily on this earth.

The cycle now too old and given for melting as scrap. Some new rod will be made out of it. Thus  transformation process goes on and on.

for ever. However in no case living converts in non living and vice versa. The number of living souls is infinite, constant and fixed
The time factor which make all those changes in non living and living one is called period. It is countable from Samay to last one Shirshapahelika in digits. When digits fails to count them ,then imaginary concepts like Palyopam,Sagropam. Utsarpini,Avasarpini etc. are being used. It is imaginary concepts predefined.
Thus the universe continues. Karmas particles, mind and language particles are of forth category being invisible P. Living souls pick them up by own actions .Once picked up they became part of soul till cleared off. Without clearing all positive and bad or negative Karma particles no soul is being liberated. Thus every one shape up own destiny and life-death cycles and carry on living current life term.

Thus by our action, the living soul and non living material changes  All others remain the same. For an individual it continues till he is not liberated and Universe continues to carry on with variability..
I was speechless and felt too proud for the simple manner in which Gurudeo explained the complicated issue to kids.

JAI JINENDRA-------------!!! -------JAI MAHAVEER---------!!!.

JAINISM--INABILITY TO UNDERSTAND MAHAVEER BHAGWAN-------!!!

No doubt we are fortunate to have Mahaveerwani but not fortunate enough to follow his teachings as a human race. Gurudeo was speaking at a three days ceremony to mark coming Mahaveer Jayanti on 19/04/2016 organised by city Jain Forum for all devotee.
Herewith, I cover the lecture through this blog for esteem viewers.

"Since majority of you know the history that surrounds the name Mahaveer. I will not repeat it. Today I will focus on our failure to lead a peaceful and simple life in-spite of Bhagwan 's teachings.
Main reason behind this tragedy is that we became too self centered now a days. Me, my family, my friends, my community, my state, my country and so on self created barriers governs us while leaving.

In this process we have built walls and compartments in our own personalities and vision. A global care is missing- if we are happy then the rest of world must be happy, this philosophy is increasing. A sense of my co- planet mate towards all living souls on earth was meant by Lord Mahaveer. We have conveniently forgot it partially.

 Majority are not concerned for others people and their sufferings. We conveniently forgot main principle of Lord Mahaveer which advocate non violence and equal respect for life of all other living souls. An individual man lost his value in eyes of others. Better not to talk for animal and plants. They faces tremendous injustice and threat to lives which stood beyond imagination.

 Unless we seriously care for apparent tiny life of an ant mission of Mahaveera will not be completed. An ant  and a human difference may be vast for eyes but both have same common link of life in form of soul. Mind well, it is not possible that we never took birth as an ant. So if you are careless for her, so will be her attitude when the role will be reversed in next birth in future unknown series.

No doubt we can continue with  ignorance but at what cost and how long, one needs to answer. Just think can you travel in plane, train fearlessly ? A fear of explosion is chasing you every where, be it worship place, mall or school. The meaning of "Truth " is redefined. "Truth is ours", this philosophy is lagging behind and "Ours' is the only truth" is being  dominating society. Muscle power is gaining

authority. Unless we as a whole mankind value each other's life and respect every one's right to have different opinion, the peaceful co- existence on earth will not be possible. If we decide to follow a fraction of Mahaveer's teachings, we can lead much better life let me assure you all Gurudeo added.One need to give it a try in life time.

Secondly we failed to control our greed for wealth and possession. I do not have the figures but you can guess easily, 90% wealth of our planet may be concentrated with 10% of people. It may be due to various factors like talent, hard work, vision, opportunity, luck or monopoly and exploitation. One can guess and add  the endless list.

Unless we learn to have good use of wealth no one can be happy neither he can bring happiness to others, this is a practical lesson which every one can vouch. Money is a tool to bring happiness and not a target to cause loosing all happiness in persuading it in life.
On a day when you feel sad just visit blind school with some sweets or just go to terrace and offer some grain or pulses to pigeons and see the happiness such small charity can brings to you is beyond words.

One can also visit orphan home or old age home to offer kindness.
 Accumulation of water by Sea makes it salty, while  in contrast it's spreading by rivers keep the water fresh and pure. Money looses value after some limit. If  you have sufficient then use it for under privileged. It can bring cheers to both of you. Just think for such a option. I advise for more inner peace and satisfaction to you.

No doubt it is not total empire of darkness. Still there is silver lining and ray of hopes in form of few individuals and organizations. One may be Jain or Non-Jain but the Bhagwan Mahaveerswami's teachings and it's following can turn this planet into a better place than Heaven I believe." Gurudeo concluded. I left the venue with a big question mark in my mind, "Am  I Jain and worthy to be called  as follower of Bhagwan ? " On thinking I expressed sorry for myself, my co brothers and sisters for treating this priceless unique Chintamani " (precious gem granting wishes)  gifted by Bhagwan in form of teachings as ordinary stone. knowingly.

    JAI JINENDRA--------------!!! JAI MAHAVEER----------!!!.

JAINIISM--NO SHORT CUT FOR SALVATION-------!!!!

Today is  monthly Pakshik-Parva-Pakki-needs to be observed with maximum religious activities.So I went to Sthanak/Mandir to offer respect to Gurudeo and attended question-answer session.
One devotee stood up and with due permission asked Gurudeoshree-
" Sir-I have full faith and respect for Jainism and is very much impressed by Jain Monks. I also wish to become monk but due to various domestic issues can not go for it now. So can I work for salvation without leaving domestic life, can I achieve salvation--- ?.   Sir, we have heard similar case of Marudevimata-Mother of  Shri
Rishabdeo Bhagwan our first Thirthankar Bhagwan-------,?."

Gurudeo looked at him and answered--"Your intentions are good but salvation is not possible from home. Case of Marudevimata  was exceptional  and it cannot be generalized. If one can get the peace at home why devotees visit holy places like Sthanaks and temples---?,
Students go to school, library and colleges rather than studying at home. There is tremendous difference of situation. state of mind and atmosphere at those places. The difference is quite obvious.

In home you will be with family members, all comforts of life available ,food is ready on time as per your wish list--then where is scope of sacrifice. On the other hand Sadhus, do not know whether they will get food, water for the day or not and at which place they will stay for the day. They think only for today and not tomorrow.

They can not use vehicle ,nor supported by foot wares, umbrella or blankets .With permitted pots and clothes only, they have to carry on without sense of complaint or disturbance in any circumstances.
Suppose one put self restrictions at home still there are interactions with family members and friends which can result into human's  natural attachments duly increased by love or hate.

At home one can go for 11 to 15 Samaiks maximum for a day.But monks are in Samaik for all 24x 7 hours time till last breath.
While taking Samaik Shrawak says--"Jaav-niyamam Pachkkami ", one  Samaik ka Pachkkan". While monk is being given Diksha with  life long  Samik Pachkkan without one or any number for it.
So monks are one of  five Gods referred in Aagam as "Dharmadeo" by Lord Mahaveer. With this reason they have to leave home.

I will recommend you to go through following chapters of Aagam
Bhagwatisutra to study the difference of Monk and others.
1- Neryik and Sadhu ki Nirjara---16/04 chapter.
2--Shraman Nirganth ka Sukh----14/09 chapter.
From study at Home you can know the path of salvation but to walk on it becoming monk and following instructions of Bhagan Mahveer is compulsory. There is no shortcut or easier ways for it.

It is just like soldiers have to go on battlefield to fight a war one has to give up domestic life and cut all human connections. No doubt becoming monk is too difficult but precious things can not be easily obtained by ordinary deeds. Gold gets purified when passed through test of burning in fire." Gurudeo completed his answer.
We bowed to Gurudeo-- while leaving the venue I just visualized the braveness of young monks giving up the easy path of home and walking on great path. I saluted all of them in mind.

JAI-JINENDRA---------!!!------------JAI MAHAVEER--------!!!.

PREGNANCY and JAINISM----PART-2.----------!!!

Friends my yesterday's attendance in Gurudeo's session was indeed a unique experience. A woman visited Gurudeo for Darshan with her daughter in law. She told Gurudeo "Sir, I earlier visited a physician and consulted him for clinical care for my pregnant daughter as an a routine exercise. But later on, I felt that it is more necessary to take advice for spiritual care, so please guide us for it. " With usual smile Gurudeo answered "Good and visionary question, Keeping time constraint in mind my summarized guidance along with study of Bhagwatisutra can provide you the desired important results I hope.

In chapter 01/07 under the head 'Garbha-vichar' Bhagwan Mahavira has explained various issues related to this subject worth reading.
Such as connections of baby with mother, various components of her body, her ways to take food and transform it into  five organs, her hereditary features, her output, her happiness and sorrows. In her the mother's womb the soul of child completes six power termed as Parayapties- known as food, body, organs, breathing, language and mind. If the soul unable to build 1 of above forth power then it dies.

Bhagwan has also explained ways of baby's safe arrival or otherwise. Situations causing danger to life of mother is also being explained.
If the baby arrives from head or leg side it is safe. If it is from center
or zigzag mode, it can be dangerous to both of them. Reference to
full chapter text can be very useful for all future mothers. The soul
derives 3 major parts from mother and 3 parts from father. Mother's
parts are muscles, blood and brain. father's parts are bone, marrow.
hair, moustache, beard and pores. All other parts are combined one,

The particular soul in case of unsafe arrival can go to heaven / hell as per her thought process duly explained with examples. Hearing of monk's lecture or prayers have positive impact on baby.
Mother's food, her thinking, state of her happiness, fear and sorrows has direct bearing and total impact on the baby. Hence the mother shall spend most of her time in  chatting of Navkarmantra, Loggas, visits to monks and taking Manglik, Samaik, Pratikaman, Swadhay
,Bhaktamber, Pucchisunam and so on. With it she can spend most time in good thoughts. It can positively affect the baby. Those eight
months time is a most testing period for any mother and her baby.

Reading good literature of Jainism and other religious activities is beneficial to a great extent. Adult literature must be avoided at all.

Thinking about soul ,it's nature in mediation can help very much. Mediation with Navkar is a good tool to impart training to child. She 

keep herself away from bad habits if any, bad surroundings, wrong beliefs, anger ,bad food ,drinks etc. Be careful to participate in other  misleading Sanskar camps run with commercial motives. The bond
created with new baby remains for ever. Even when baby grows up
she seeks the soft touch in baby blanket or teddy bear as mother.

A future mother can read the blog which covers 14 dreams of Mata
Trishala and try to concentrate on qualities of dreams for baby. It
may help to have fractional qualities of Bhagwan Mahaveerswami.

Remember mother's womb is a most holy and powerful place in universe. All great souls like Thirthankars and Kewaldyani find their ways to mankind through it. So proper handling needed.
In Jain terminology mother of a monk is being termed as
"Ratnakhukshi" (Womb for diamond or jewel) with respect.
Here with I quote a stanza from Bhaktamber Sotra. It has very
good message for all future mothers who can be"Veermata".

 It means" All directions are reflecting sun rays. Similarly all
mothers give birth to child. But as only east is powerful to give
birth to Sun only special mothers can give birth to Thirthankar
     Motherhood is a great responsibility assigned to the mother by nature. If she can fulfill it to fullest to her ability ,we can welcome the addition of a good citizen and good human being on earth.

 No doubt the contribution of father and other family members to the process is also equally important. With a joint efforts we can have a newcomer walking on path of salvation." Gurudeo concluded

There was total silence in the room. I made a note to visit the place again with my daughter in law and my grand daughter-the little angle next time. While leaving the venue numerous waves and voices from past were emerging in my memories and ears. I looked upto the sky and bestowed my head with respect as a token of gratitude for the sufferings my parents passed through for our up bringing. I asked for forgiveness for any of my disrespect to them. Seeds of our religious

firmness ,faith and belief have roots in upbringing imparted by them. Grand salute to such noble souls. A single life is not sufficient for  paying of their debts, I feel every reader will agree with it--------!!!.

JAI JINENDRA-------------!!!---------JAI MAHAVEER---------!!!.

JAIJINENDRA------------!!!--------- JAI MAHAVEER---------!!!.