Book Title: $JES 904 Compendium of Jainism (Jain Academic Bowl Manual 3rd Edition)
Author(s): JAINA Education Committee
Publisher: JAINA Education Committee
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C02 Jain Ascetics: Sädhus and Sädhvis
04 Summary
Jain Sädhus and Sädhvis are unique among other religious faiths in how they lead very rigorous ascetic lives. Their lives are an exceptional example of non-possessiveness. Their entire life is dedicated to the spiritual upliftment of theirs' and others' souls. They bestow their blessings on all by saying 'Dharma Läbha' (May you attain spiritual prosperity). Sometimes, they bless devotees by putting Väsakshep (scented sandalwood powder) on their heads and saying "May you cross the ocean of life and death". They bless everyone, irrespective of caste, creed, gender, age, wealth, and social status. They show the path of a righteous and disciplined life to everyone through discourses, discussions, seminars and camps.
Compendium of Jainism - 2015
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