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The Title of UPADHYAY
The Title of PANYAS & GANIPAD
his title is given to a Sadhu
who teaches the other Sadhus&Sadhvis and has acquired a complete knowledge of the Agams (Scriptures) & other
religious books.
o attain the status of Ganipad
one should have in-depth knowledge of the Bhagawati Sutra along with other Agams. To attain the Panyas-pad one should have attained a comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of the Jain Agams.
The Title of PRAVARTINI
WH
his title is given only to Sadhvis
after attaining the knowledge of certain Agam Sutras such as Uttaradhyayan Sutra, Acharang Sutra & 10
Payanna Sutra.
JAIN ASCETICS (SADHUS & SADHVIS)
CONCLUSION
he Jain Sadhus and Sadhvis e are unique. Their entire life is dedicated to the spiritual uplift of their souls and others. They bestow their blessings on all, uttering the words Dharma Labha' (may you attain spiritual prosperity). They bless everyone alike irrespective of their caste, creed, gender,
creed gender age, wealth, poverty, and social status.
Some put Vasakshep (scented sandalwood powder) on the heads of people. Sadhus & Sadhvis show the path of a righteous, and disciplined life to every one through discussions, discourses, seminars and camps to attain spiritual prosperity. They perform the Pratikraman (introspection) daily and perform other austerities.
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