Articles on Spiritual Discipline
इतिहास के झरोखे में : साध्वी परंपरा
By साध्वी विमलप्रज्ञा · Jain Bharati, 2013
The text discusses the concept of tradition (parampara) as lived truth experienced by figures like Rama, Krishna, Buddha, and Mahavira, emphasizing that tradition is not a bondage but a means to liberation and discipline. It highlights the long-standing…
व्रत और मेरा अनुभव
Jain Bharati, 2013
The author describes how adopting Jain vows and rules brought peace, intellectual growth, and spiritual development into his life. Born into a Jain family, he was naturally protected from many harmful tendencies, but he focuses on the vows he consciously…
श्रावक अपने आप से पूछे
By साध्वी सहजप्रभा · Jain Bharati, 2013
The text discusses the concept of "kartritva" (accomplishment) as the true language of personality, emphasizing that capability and work efficiency enhance it. It outlines four key qualities for effective accomplishment: peaceful (working with a calm mind),…
विचार दीर्घा में आचार्यश्री तुलसी
Jain Bharati, 2013
This PDF presents the reflections of Acharya Tulsi, who contemplates the transient nature of life, comparing it to sand slipping through a fist. He describes his own life as a unique story with ups and downs, and expresses contentment from connecting his life…
मोक्षत्व : शांति संपन्नता व अहंकार मुक्ति
By आचार्यश्री महाश्रमण · Jain Bharati, 2012
The text discusses the nature of dharma (righteousness) and adharma (unrighteousness), stating that renunciation is dharma and indulgence is adharma, while restraint is dharma and lack of restraint is adharma. It emphasizes that dharma is invaluable and…
भगवान महावीर और आचार्यश्री भिक्षु का अहिंसा दर्शन
By साध्वी विमलप्रज्ञा · Jain Bharati, 2012
The text discusses the concept of ahimsa (non-violence) as presented by Lord Mahavira and Acharya Shri Bhikshu. It contrasts Mahavira's absolute, spiritual ahimsa, focused on self-discipline and purity of the soul, with later interpretations that introduced…
श्रम : आत्मोन्नति की साधना
Jain Bharati, 2009
The text emphasizes the importance of action and labor over mere verbal eloquence. It argues that speech without action, wordplay, and intellectual verbosity are major intellectual flaws, leading to intellectual and moral disintegration. The core message is…
अनुशासन : अग्र और मूल का छेदन
By आचार्यश्री जीतमलजी, जयाचार्यश्री · Jain Bharati, 2009
The text discusses the concept of discipline in spirituality, arguing that spirituality without physical, mental, verbal, and vital discipline is not true spirituality. It states that ascetics who focus only on study and teaching without practicing these…
कर्मक्षयार्थ तप्यत इति तपः
By साध्वी कल्पमाला · Jain Bharati, 2007
The text discusses the concept of tapasya (austerity) in Indian philosophy, particularly in Jainism. It states that desire is endless, and tapasya is given significant importance in Indian thought. In Vedic texts, the term 'tap' is used frequently, and it is…
आहारशुद्धौ सत्त्वशुद्धि
Jain Bharati, 2007
The text discusses the importance of balanced diet for yoga and spiritual practice, emphasizing that neither overeating nor fasting leads to success. It highlights the teachings of Acharya Shri Mahapragyaji, who advocates for a diet that is beneficial (hit),…
वृत्ति, प्रवृत्ति और सम्यक् चिंतन
Jain Bharati, 2006
The text explores the philosophical distinction between outcomes (parinam) and their underlying causes, arguing that focusing solely on results is ineffective for genuine change. It posits that human existence is defined by a constant desire to become…
अनुशासन और विनय
Jain Bharati, 2006
The text discusses the relationship between discipline and humility, presenting them as two inseparable aspects of a single coin. It highlights a rare historical event from approximately 247 years ago in India: the emergence of the Terapanth sect. This event…
तेरापंथ का अर्थ: आत्मोत्सर्ग, अनुशासन और समर्पण
By आचार्यश्री महाप्रज्ञ · Jain Bharati, 2003
The text discusses the Terapanth sect, its principles, and its leadership. It explores the nature of good and bad, stating that these qualities are relative and depend on one's perspective. The author, born and raised within the Terapanth, reflects on the…