Articles on Spiritual Liberation Path
मोक्ष : षड्रिपु और असामाजिक प्रवृत्तियों के आक्रमण से मुक्ति
Jain Bharati, 2012
The text redefines the concept of moksha, moving beyond traditional notions of liberation to emphasize freedom from the six inner enemies (kama, krodha, lobha, moha, mada, matsarya) and from anti-social tendencies. It argues that moksha involves serving…
प्रतिरूपता : अनासक्ति की साधना
By आचार्यश्री महाश्रमण · Jain Bharati, 2011
The text discusses the concept of pratirupata (equivalence) in Jain ascetic practice, focusing on the contrast between acelata (nudity) and savastrata (wearing clothes). It explains that in Jain tradition, two main schools exist: Digambara, where monks…
शीलन
Jain Bharati, 2009
The text is a spiritual or philosophical discourse attributed to Swami Vivekananda, likely from a magazine issue dated October 2000. It addresses themes of self-worth, divine nature, and inner strength. The speaker urges the reader never to consider…
अनासक्त कर्म की साधना
Jain Bharati, 2007
The text discusses the concept of "akarma" (non-action) as a solution to the crisis caused by excessive activity and over-engagement in the world. It argues that akarma is not only a path to spiritual liberation but also essential for practical living. The…
Studies in Jaina Iconography
By A. K. Bhattacharya · Jain Journal A Quarterly on Jainology, 2006
This article introduces a comparative study of Jaina iconography, focusing on the correlation between textual descriptions and extant archaeological finds from all over India. The author argues that this comparative method, which traces Brahmanical…
दुख-मुक्ति के आठ आधार
Jain Bharati, 2005
The text emphasizes the central importance of peace (shanti) as the foundation for spiritual attainment, including kevalajñana (omniscience) and samyagdarśana (right faith). It states that without peace, even kevalajñana cannot exist, and that peace is…
मोक्ष : एक अनुचिंतन
Jain Bharati, 2004
The text explores the concept of moksha (liberation) across various Indian philosophical traditions, particularly Jainism, Buddhism, and Vedanta. It begins by addressing skepticism about moksha's utility, arguing that moksha is not about inactivity but the…
इष्टोपदेश : दर्शन और नीति का अपूर्व संगम
By डॉ. श्रीरंजन सूरिदेव · Jain Vidya, 1991
The text discusses the work "Iṣṭopadeśa" by Ācārya Devanandī (also known as Pūjyapāda), a revered scholar from the 6th century CE in Karnataka. Devanandī was highly learned in grammar, philosophy, tantra, yoga, ethics, devotion, and Ayurveda, and is compared…
समयसार की रचना में आचार्य कुन्दुकुन्द की दृष्टि
By पं० बंशीघर व्याकरणाचाय · Jain Vidya, 1990
The text analyzes Acharya Kundkund's composition of the *Samayasara*, arguing its primary purpose is to guide all of humanity toward ethical living and spiritual liberation. The author concludes that Kundkund wrote the *Samayasara* with the intention that the…
अध्यात्म-साधक योगीन्दु और कबीर
By डॉ. (श्रीमती) पुष्पलता जैन · Jain Vidya, 1988
The text discusses the medieval spiritual ascetic Yogindu and his focus on the soul as the central point of all his compositions. It places him in a historical context where philosophical discourse was expanding, noting that earlier figures like Kundakunda…
योगसार का योग
By पं. भंवरलाल पोल्याका · Jain Vidya, 1988
The text discusses the concept of "Yoga" as presented in the Jain text "Yogasara" by the poet Yogindu (also known as Jogchand). It begins by describing the nature of the world as a sea of constantly changing events that stir human emotions, which in turn give…
जैन यक्षी अजिता (या रोहिणी) का प्रतिमानिरूपण
By Sagarmal Jain · Sambodhi, 1980
यह शोध‑पत्र जैन परम्परा में बारहवें तीर्थंकर वासुपूज्य की यक्षी अजिता, जिसे कुछ स्थानों पर रोहिणी भी कहा जाता है, की प्रतिमा‑निर्मिति और रूप‑विधान का विश्लेषण करता है। लेखक पुरातात्विक स्थलों से प्राप्त प्रतिमाओं, साहित्यिक विवरणों और शिलालेखों के आधार पर…
At the Feet of the Jina
By Leona Smith Kremser · Jain Journal A Quarterly on Jainology, 1978
Leona Smith Kremser’s short reflection is a devotional meditation on the Jina. In Jainism a **tirthankara**—literally a ‘ford‑maker’—is a saviour who has conquered the cycle of birth and death and shows others the way across the sea of saṃsāra. After…
Omniscient Beings
By Harisatya Bhattacharya · Jain Journal A Quarterly on Jainology, 1977
The article ‘Omniscient Beings’ explores whether omniscient individuals can exist and what the concept means in different Indian philosophical traditions. In Jainism omniscience (kevala jñāna) is regarded as the highest type of perception. Every soul is…
तरंगलोला - I
Sambodhi, 1976
This Hindi article provides an informative overview of major Jaina rituals and festivals, emphasising their historical development and spiritual significance. The author begins by describing Paryuṣaṇ, the most important festival for both Digambaras and…
Mahavira: An Epic of Serenity in Sculpture – Part 1
By Paresh Chandra Dasgupta · Jain Journal A Quarterly on Jainology, 1974
This article examines the iconography of Vardhamana Mahavira in sculpture, arguing that his representations convey a unique blend of transcendental serenity and divine majesty, distinguishing him from other Tirthankaras. The author, P. C. Dasgupta, posits…
Is Rsabha the Jagannatha of Puri?
By P. C. Roy Choudhury · Jain Journal A Quarterly on Jainology, 1974
P.C. Roy Chaudhuri’s article explores whether the Jagannath cult of Puri has its roots in the worship of Ṛṣabha (Rishabha), the first Jain Tīrthaṅkara. Drawing on archaeological and literary evidence, Chaudhuri notes that Jainism flourished in Orissa long…
Key Principles of Jainism
By S. Gajapathi · Jain Journal A Quarterly on Jainology
S. Gajapathi’s essay explains the metaphysical foundation of Jainism through its doctrine of substances (dravya). Jainism, revealed by omniscient Tirthankaras, provides a rational explanation for existence and answers both ‘why’ and ‘how’ questions. The Jaina…
Karma – Its Operation and an Appraisal
By T. G. Kalghatgi · Sambodhi, 1972
The article 'Karma: Its Operation and an Appraisal' by T.G. Kalghatgi discusses the Jain doctrine of karma. It explains that karma is indestructible and that every action brings consequences. Individuals can either increase or decrease karmic effects and can…
Karma- It's operation and appraisal
By T. G. Kalghatgi · Sambodhi, 1972
This explains the Jain theory of karma, describing how karmic particles (karma varganas) bind to the soul due to certain mental states and actions. The soul attracts karma through passions and activity, leading to bondage (bandha). These karmic particles are…
Restraint towards Six Kinds of Living Beings (Chajjivaniya, Dasaveyāliya Suya)
Jain Journal A Quarterly on Jainology, 1971
This translation from the *Uttarādhyayana Sūtra* elaborates on the Jain ethical principle of ahiṃsā (non‑violence) by explaining why one must restrain harm towards six categories of living beings. The text states that non‑abstinence (avirati) includes causing…
Hymn to Mahavira
By Jina Ballabha Suri · Jain Journal A Quarterly on Jainology, 1967
The text is primarily a hymn dedicated to Mahavira, composed by Sri Jina Ballabha Suri. The hymn extols Mahavira's divine qualities and virtues, praising his supreme knowledge and compassion. Summary of Key Points: 1. Sri Jina Ballabha Suri: A prominent Jain…