Shree Mahavir Jain Charitra Kalyan Ratnashram

Songadh · Since 1923

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Shree Vrajswami Jain Pathshala: The Fountain of Spiritual Knowledge

The Pathshala is the cornerstone of spiritual character-building at the Ashram.

Spiritual Milestones & Worship

Our curriculum is deeply experiential, involving rigorous rituals and dedicated worship across various holy sites:

  • Sacred Ceremonies: Grand rituals including the Adhaar Abhishek Pujan performed twice — at the Shree Simandhar Swami Jinalay (Kirtidham) and the Shree Babhu Derasar in Palitana.
  • Pilgrimages: Students partake in the holy sparshna of Shree Siddh Giriraj and Hastagiri, fostering a deep connection with Jain heritage.

The Power of Puja — our students actively perform:

Snatra Puja ×36 Ashtaprakari Puja ×11 Panch Kalyanak Saraswati Puja Sattarbhedi Puja

Tapasya & Observances

  • Major Festivals: Focused worship during Paryushan Mahaparva, Chaitra/Aso Navpad Ayambil Oli, Maun Ekadashi, and Posh Dashami.
  • Penance (Tapsya): Students have completed Atthai Tap (8-day fasts) and participated in the Sankali Ayambil chains.
  • Daily Discipline: Under the guidance of Guru Bhagwants, students perform Pratikaman for various occasions (Devasi, Pakkhi, Chaumasi).

Vow of Renunciation (Tyag) & Service

We teach that true knowledge leads to the renunciation of worldly habits. Under the guidance of our Gurus, students have taken vows to give up:

Festivity Habits

Renouncing firecrackers during Diwali.

Dietary Restraints

Giving up ice cream, tea, coffee, ice, and root vegetables (kandmool).

Seva

Dedicated service of Shree Giriraj in Palitana three times.

Dedicated Vaiyavach (Service to Saints)

The Pathshala takes great pride in providing essential supplies and services to visiting monks and nuns (Sadhus and Sadhvis):

  • Clothing & Essentials: Khadi clothes, blankets (kamli), asanas, and bags.
  • Utility Items: Water filters (garana), earthen pot covers, and socks.

Scholarly Guidance & Examination

The intellectual and spiritual progress of our students is personally reviewed by eminent Acharyas who have conducted oral examinations and provided guidance:

  • P.P. Acharya Shree Bhuvanbhushansuriji M.S.
  • P.P. Acharya Shree Munichandrasuriji M.S.
  • P.P. Acharya Shree Punyakirtivijayji M.S.
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