JAINISM---NEED FOR SWADHYA OF AAGAMS---------!!!.

Friends, here is coverage of Gurudeo's lecture attended by me last full moon day. I am sharing it in brief as I feel, it covers almost and
most needed guidance for salvation of soul for all of Jain devotees.
"Dear Devanupriya Shramanopasak ( Lovely followers of Shraman Bhagwan Mahveerswami who are loved by heavenly Gods. I always

makes a point to motivate all of you to study Jain Aaggams. Basic
reason behind my intentions needs to be explained. As you all know,
Bhagwan has specified four steps for salvation--knowledge, faith,
conduct and fast. All steps are serial. Knowledge builds faith, faith
makes to change conduct as advised by Bhagwan combined with
fast as a tool to control needs of organs ,mind and living.

Today, I will try to elaborate first step knowledge. In your physical
world, you know the vast differences made by knowledge. A worker
earns hardly Rs 1,000 in a day after putting much of hard work. On the other hand a Supreme Court advocate engaged in defending for murder or property dispute case may earn Rs 1,00,000 per day. This
is mainly due to latter's efforts to gain knowledge than former who
rely on body for earning his daily bread and butter  around clock.
To emphasis gain of knowledge, I share story of a cat taken in court.

Four partners of a cotton warehouse decided to keep a cat to take
care of rats. All of fours have decided to take care of cat's four imaginary parts with mouth as a common part for all. One day the
cat's one leg got injured. The care taker of that leg got the leg duly  
bandaged with cotton gauge. Same day in the warehouse.one leg of
cat cached fire. To save life the cat ran here and there, As a result
the fire spread in whole warehouse causing tremendous losses. The
three partners attributed the loss to owner of injured leg and the coverage of cotton strip and demanded compensation. The matter
went to court. The defending advocate told the Court, that leg of

his client was injured and cannot allow the cat to run. Hence there
is no fault of his client and he owes the compensation. Court agreed
for his argument and granted compensation. This is how knowledge
helps. In spiritual world, knowledge helps to reduce 18 sins and to keep away from sins and to accumulate good deeds. Hence to gain
correct knowledge, study of Aagams is a must for early salvation.
Swa means self or soul. Adhay means study. Thus Swadhaya is self study leading to discovery of soul. If you acquire in current  life 
correct knowledge through 32 Aagams, it will accompany you up to
next three lives as told by Bhagwan in 01/01 of Bhagwatisutra.

 In lecture of monk, they cover knowledge but mostly as story as
in interest of larger gatherings within limited time. So the books can
impart you what has exactly been told by Bhagwan Mahaveerswami.
Jain knowledge through thirty two  Aagams can be classified in four
categories of Anuyog as given here under the for easy understanding.

1.-Dravyanuyog--------It covers living and other five basic Draya.
2.-Ganitanuyog---------It covers details of four Gati.
3.-Charankarnanuyog--It covers conduct and behavior.
4.-Dharmakathanuyog- It covers religion based advice. Thus for real
and true knowledge go for Aagam Swadhya Gurudeo concluded".

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

JAINISM--EVANTAMUNI-THE KID WHO GOT SALVATION-------!!!

Herewith, I try to cover story by Gurudeo told in post Chaturmas kid's camp. The session started with favorite Stavan of Gurudeo-
     "Arihantoki Raah Ho, Siddhomein Niwas Ho,"
Bhave Eisi Bhavna,Guru Ke Saath Pravas (travel) Ho". At the end of poem. with due permission a kid around age 10 years asked
Gurudeo, the prescribed minimum age to become Jain monk.
Looking to the kid with delight, Gurudeo told the  minimum age as
per "Vyavharsutra" to be completed 09 years. Gurudeo further added that today, he will share story of Evantamuni or Atimuktak Kumar
from era of Mahaveerswami Bhagwan based on 15th and  05/04th 
chapters of "Antagarahasutra and Bhagwatisutra. The story goes as-

In Polaspur city King Vijay was ruling the kingdom with queen
Shridevi. The couple was fortunate to have a pure soul named as
Aatimuktakkumar. He kid entered in his sixth year of was and was
playing on ground. Suddenly he saw Gurugautamswami, who was
searching for food. The kid cached his finger and brought him to his
house and completed his food requirements. While dropping him,
he asked Guatamswami to allow him meeting with Mahaveerswami

The kid met Bhagwan. He was very much impressed with Bhagwan's
teachings. The kid expressed his desire to go for Diksha to become a 
 Jain monk. After much perusal he could obtain parent's permission.
 Now Aatimuktakkumar became Evantamuni, the smallest Sadhuji of
 of Bhagwan Mahaveerswami. He is also the smallest to get Moksh.

Once in rainy season. the little monk went outside for urinal with his
pots. On the way, he could not resist, temptation of childhood. He sat
down near a pond of water and started playing in water with pot.
With tremendous joy, the kid started to sing a song spontaneously.
               "Meri Naav Tiri,Meri Naav Tiri (floated)."

Some senior monks ,saw the incidence and felt sorry for the kid's
playing with water as it is a breach of non violence vow. They
reported it to Mahaveerswami. Bhagwan warned them, not to insult
the kid monk as it was his last birth as human. Soon the kid with pure soul will achieve salvation and go for Moksha prior to them and Bhagwan. By the song ,he meant his soul getting destination.
The monks went back and made apologies to Evantamuniji. Finally
the Muni got Santhara and salvation on  the Vipulgiri mountains.
So dear kids, age does not matter much. The feelings of soul is of
almost importance "Gurudeo concluded. In the end Gurudeo sung a
very touching Stavan in praise of  Pujya Evantamuni ,it goes like---.

    " Evanta Munivaar, Naav Tirayee, Bahta Neermein."

JAI JINENDRA-------!!!---------JAI MAHAVVER--------------!!!. 

MAHAVEER BHAGWAN-----DUTIES TOWARDS PARENTS------JAINISM------!!!

Friends I am covering a heart touching incident from lecture attended by me today i.e. full moon day. Few devotees were gathered to offer respect to Gurudeo before lecture starts. The Queue was moving on. The organizer committee member was introducing new devotees and
members to Gurudeo. He introduced an old man to Gurudeo who has
came to meet Gurudeo from old age homes. Gurudeo just kept his
silence and offered him blessings with his advice---- "Daya Palo".

 I within myself admired Gurudeo when he touched the subject
during his lecture. "Friends. today I will just recall some incidents
from Grantha based on life of Mahaveer Bhagwan. We all know he has two sets of parents. His first parents are Bramins being mother as
Devananda and Rishabhdatta. As a rule Thirthankar Bhagwan take
birth in Khatriyakula only. But as Bhagwan has to repay his old bad
karma of pride built in life of Marichi, he could not take birth in the
top background. In Marichi's life knowing his bright future from
Rishabhdeo Bhagwan, Mahaveer swami has expressed proud and his self praise .Then "Indra" arranged soul transfer to uterus of queen
Thishalamata wife of King Siddartha Raja from Devanandamata.

First pair of Bhagwan  Devananda and Rishabhdautta taken Diksha
 and obtained salvation while second pair are in Deologa currently.
Trisalamata saw 14 dreams as Bhagwan's soul came in her womb. Thirthankar always take birth with four knowledge. In womb,
Bhagwan came to know that his mother is suffering due to his
movements. To stop it, Bhagwan stopped own movements. But it
created confusion in mind of Trishalamata. She thought that the new
baby met with death so she seems to be silent. She became sad and

gave up eating. The changes in mind and behavior of mother can not go unnoticed from Bhagwan. He restarted his movements. Further  Bhagwan Mahaveer thought in his mind that mother is loving him so much before birth. Definitely the love and affection will be more
higher scale, once he enters the outer world. Then if he goes for
Diksha to become monk. the parents would not bear the shock of his

parting. So in womb itself Bhagwan taken a vow not to become Jain
monk during life time of parents. When he was in  mid youth after completing around 26th age the parents went for heavenly abode.
Then Bhagwan announced plans to leave domestic life for Diksha.
The elder brother Nandivardhan told Bhagwan that still the family
could not come out of shock of parents demise. So his mind is not yet ready to face another blow. On his plea Bhagawan delayed his
decision by another two years. Then he left domestic life in search
of eternal peace. Rest part of his life, his sufferings and difficult tap and obtaining last destination of Moksha ,we all  aware. Here I wish
to share his message to devotees Gurudeo continued in choked voice.

Through Aagams he explained ever lasting and non payable debts of mother, father and Gurudeo. Everybody carries burden of their  this

unique obligations. Just note, not to run away from own moral duty
by keeping parent in old age home. One may have own problem, but
do the best to have their blessing while living with own family. In

society the changes in attitude of children became apparent once
they  get married and start earning. But today make a promise to own self that will never cause any agony to my parents. That can be the minimum token repayment" Gurudeo concluded emotional appeal. 

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

JAINISM---ANATHIMUNI----OH--!!-ORPHAN KING-----!!!-- PART----2.

" King I belonged to rich noble family having lovely father named Prabhutdhansanchay. Under his guardianship, I was enjoying life to fullest. Suddenly one day, I suffered from eye pain and overall burning sensation in body. My dad, mom, wife,sibling.relatives have
arranged best medical treatment for me. Whole family and circle were ready to do any thing for me spending most time near my bed.

Days passed one by another, but no improvement in health was seen
in sight. One day. when I was alone ,I started to fix possible reason

causes for such happening with me. I wondered, why I was targeted
by destiny ,while all youth are enjoying living. At the end, I came to
conclude that root cause of all sufferings and happiness is Karma.

The layers of good deeds and bad deeds offer the out coming
results on maturity. Unless one cut off such Karma by Nirjara and
be absent from new sins by following of Sanwar,the going on
sufferings cannot end. To end such suffering only way available
is taking Diksha and becoming monk. The aim cannot be attained 
while remaining at home. So I made promise to myself, that I will
go for Diksha if I get relieved from the unbearable pain. With this
thought. I fell asleep . I was unaware of new dawn coming to me.

As night passed and sun raised ,my sufferings ended. I could not
believe power of promise. So to keep the promise, with permission of my parent and relative I became Jain monk to get soul liberated.
I became guardian of all living souls guiding them to end their all
sufferings forever. As a conclusion dear King. I can share with you
the ultimate truth. Money, relatives no one is capable to offer needed
protection to any body. Only individual soul has immense and carry
magical power to protect oneself. How one shape the soul is the
real test. Such craftsmanship decides your happiness and pain.

Now, King just have a introspection and tell me if I was wrong
to call you orphan in-spite of all your the tools and wealth. 
King thanked the monk for explaining real meaning of guardian.
He also congratulated the monk for knowing the truth in such short span of time and following the ways of Mahaveer Bhagwan. Soon King left back to his kingdom. Shrenik approved all sayings of Muni by heart. So he achieved unique touch of Samkit. As a result of this
he will be first Thirthnkar in next cycle named as " Mahapadam."

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

JAINISM-ANATHIMUNI---OH-!!-- ORPHAN KING---!!!------PART ---1.

In yesterday's lecture Gurudeo covered story from 20th chapter of "Uttaradhaynsutra" titled  "Mahanigranthiya".It was a touching one. 
It appealed to me very much as it points out harsh truth of human limitations. Incident narrated in the story is common in modern time. Out of blue suddenly, we can witness a young guy enjoying life and

fame hit by destiny Here is the coverage. A-nath means orphan.
Shrenk was king of "Maghad-desh "and among prominent devotees
of Mahaveerswami. One day on his visit to forest, he saw one Jain
monk in meditation .King was very surprised to see such a young man with beautiful personality leaving domestic life. With curiosity
,he stopped at tree and offered the monk due respect and asked the
monk reasons for his taking Diksha to become a Jain monk.

The monk referred himself as "Anath" and said "King-! I am an orphan. I could not find anyone who can offer me- real shelter and become my guardian in my difficult time, Hence I left the domestic world and became monk by taking Diksha the monk replied.
On hearing it. King immediately shown his willingness to take monk's care ,if he returns back with him to his palace in kingdom.
The monk smiled and said-"King you are yourself an orphan, how an orphan can take care of another orphan-----?. The surprised king
briefed the monk his wealth and empire. The he pleaded with monk
to review his false remark for him.As monk do not tell lies.

Then the monk explained the king his background & circumstances
which compelled the monk to leave home. The monk said "King
I belonged to a very affluent family from Koshambinagari." The monk shared his life's story and detailed reasons for his action and 
views. I will cover the rest happening in second part to adjust space.

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

JAINISM-IMPORTANCE OF MONK'S WHITE CLOTHES-----------!!!

Friends Chaturmas series lectures were in full swing. I attended one lecture last week. Gurudeo was explaining monk and their life style
 to kids. Here is the coverage of summary points for all blog readers,
"Dear Kids by this time you came to know that without being monk-
salvation is not possible. you will be surprised to know the present number of monks in India. In world Jain population is approximately

90lac,while number of monk from all branches is on too lower side
hardly18000.So to teach 500 Jain only one Sadhu is available. The
number is less as to become monk ,the courage required is too high  and special. Only souls having better accumulated good deeds can dare for it.Souls who have cleared most of Charitra Mohniya Karma  can do it. Now, kids can ask any question doubts if you want.----  ?".
With due permission, one kid stood up and asked "Gurudeo Sir, why
monks are always wearing only white and  non stitched clothes  ?

"Let us see the background for it, Gurudeo started answer. You know Digamber branch of Jainism treat cloth as "Possession"( Parigraha) ,
hence they don't use any cloth. Amber means sky. Sky is cloth for all of them. Shwetamber branch treat as permitted it in Pancham-Kaal
by Bhagwan -used without loving it to avoid unnecessary attention  if any of watching masses, specially for lady monks in our country.
Now let us see significance of white color. White represent the truth,

simplicity, purity, positive vibe and cleanness among all seven color. White also represent surrender to almighty. In the ancient time white
flags were used for surrender or negotiation at war front by soldiers.

Now let us study the reasons of non stitching. Sleeve, collar, color
and pocket represent anger. pride. cheating and greed. For example
at time of quarrel one is habitual to fold sleeves. For impression we
use tie so that collar can be tight shaped adding to our personality. To mix in mob people with wrong intentions avoid  plain color and they
use mixed colors. Pockets are used to store money. Monks don't have any money. Most important point is that one has to be very and great 

careful to avoid any spot on white clothes. Likewise Jain monks are

always careful to keep their character spotless as guided Mahavrata.

Character is a most precious thing for a soul to safeguard at any cost.
These may be probable reasons to prescribe those white clothes.
Nevertheless when you grow up you can study Aagams to know
the exact reasons and prescription of Bhagwan." Pujya Gurudeo has
concluded. The satisfaction on kids faces was a too pleasant to watch I saluted Gurudeo and surprised with so many hidden secrets behind  a apparently small case of selection of clothes by Bhagwan. 

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

  

JAINISM----CELEBRATING PARYUSHAN------2018----------!!!.

Friends from today's full moon day ,the most awaited auspicious period of 4 months of Jain Chaturmas starts. First I will share the time table and then today's first lecture of Gurudeo for my readers.
1-27/07/2018---Chaturmas Starts.
2-06/09/2018---Paryushan of 8 days starts.Reading Anatgarhasutra.
3-13/09/2019---Panchami--Sawastari and Kshamapana Day.
4-07/11/2018---Veer-Nirvan day--Dipawali.
5-08/11/2018 ---Pratipada--Reading Uttaradhyanasutra.
6-22/11/2018--Full moon day--Chaturmas ends.
Readers can check with senior members of family for deviation if any. One is free to follow specific Jain branch dates.

Gurudeo started the lecture" My brothers and sisters ,so far we have
witnessed so many Chaturmas. Now really the time has come to ask oneself if he is using the period for cleaning the soul or just
removing the dust on it. Human race is loving money so much which is beyond the words. He starts looking for money to meet personal
necessary expenses. Then gradually it reaches to stages for comfort,
security and accumulation for next seven generations. Even after all
that he needs money to put his name in list of first hundred wealthy
personalities of world. If the person happens to be a Jain he may
has desire to do some kind of religious activities. He does little
and left balance for tomorrow. No one knows if he will see the sun rays of tomorrow or not  ? Disturbing but it is a fact of current life.  

In this connection I can share story from Ramayana with you. It is
related to Ravan. Expect Sitaji's kidnap episode, Ravan was very
intellectual person. On war land ,while he was breathing his last
moments, Shriram sent Laxman to have his advice to live life.
Ravan told never to postpone good things in life. He is about to
leave the world with 3 unfinished task with him. They are to build
staircase from earth to sky, to close doors of hell and to replace sea
 water with milk. No doubt Ravan was very much able to achieve all
of those desires with his ability, power and wisdom.

 So friends use maximum of this period for purification of soul in 
 period of four months. Whatever will you do will accompany you.
 Bhagwan has prescribed so many tools to cut Karmas-fast, Samaik,
Pratikamn,Gurudarshan, Sanwar.Poshadh and attending Jinawani. 
If one is unable to do it due to time constraint. One can  go for Pachkkhan known as "Khandh". This can be the minimum Vrata.
They are four-not eating vegetables and Sachit, not drinking plain water and Bramaacharya. Khandh means shoulder. On death, body needs 4 shoulders. Similarly soul  needs those 4 shoulders-Khandh.
Hope you all will do best and maximum utilization of this Parva".
Gurudeo concluded. I Wish all readers best opportunity in this Parv
period to cut Karmas and  advance on salvation path.

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

JAINISM--REMINDERS FROM NAVKAR MANTRA-----------!!!

Gurudeo arrived in city for upcoming Chaturmas 2018 scheduled on full moon day of 27th July 2018. I attended his session for kids
based on Navkar Mantra.The lecture is being summarized herewith.
"Dear kids,by this time you have learnt Navkar Mantra by heart. Even you are fluent in it's pronunciation and meaning. Today I will
brief you the feelings and emotions witch is must for it's proper effect. Only it's recital cannot give the desired results. Each line of it shall remind the soul of the reader, it's all objectives listed below.

1-Namo Arihantanam-First line must remind you that- Oh! I have
yet to complete most important task of my life that to conquer my
enemies of soul. Without it my salvation is impossible. Anger, pride,
cheating and greed are my negative points and I have to win over
them at any cost. Outside enemies also I have to turn into friends.
I am within eyesight of Arihant Bhagwan from Mahavidehakhetra
I must be very careful for all my actions of mind, body and speech.  
2-Namo Siddanam-This is too precious and important line.

The line should remind you that----- Oh! my permanent place and residence is at top of universe known as "Siddhasheela" Then Why I am  interested in building perishable bungalows on this earth ? My real destination is most pleasant and cool and beautiful place. I will be fortunate to enjoy neighborhood of countless pure soul called 
" Siddahbhagwan". I must work hard to reach the place as soon as possible. I must avoid all 18 sins which can delay my destination.
Soon I shall be in original crystal clear form of my soul like them.

3-Namo Loye Savva Sahunam------I know that without giving up 
domestic life and without taking Diksha, I cannot get salvation. In
current life, I must aim to be monk soon and join such pure souls.
With rigorous hard work during my tenure of monk, I have to study
"Aagamas ". By acquiring correct knowledge I shall aim to become
Upadhya. With this promotion I can impart exact "Jinwani" to all.

4-Namo Uvajayanam-- To study 32 Aagams ,to know it's correct
meaning requires high knowledge level. It is really a tough task
but I hope with blessings of  Pujya Gurudeo I can do it definitely.

5-Namo Aayriyanam--I have to develop leadership qualities so as 
to guide other fellow monks to follow correct Jain religion. If I can
achieve it.soon Gurudeo can select me to do the job. If I perform my
job as Aacharya  as exactly prescribed by Bhagwan, I can assist masses, colleagues, disciples and self to achieve salvation in short
time. I am aware Bhagwan has  informed  in Bhagwatisutra-05/06
maximum 3 lives term to get salvation for Upadhya and Aacharya.

 (*** Number deviation is done to show gradual increase in status).
 I am eagerly waiting for the day when I will be part of Navkar
Mantra and Panch Parmeshthi. It will be achievement of my dream. 

JAI JINENDRA----------!!!---------JAI MAHAVEER--------!!!'