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Shri Mahavir Jain Aradhana Kendra
BHOJANSHALA (Dining Hall):
Meals are made available for the Pilgrims and Research students at the 'Bhojanshala'. Daily around 200 to 300 persons take meals and on Sundays around 1000 to 1500 take meals in the *Bhojanshala.
For Private And Personal Use Only
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A NOVEL MEDITATION SPIRITUAL AND EDUCATION CENTRE:
Shri Mahaveer Jain Aradhana Kendra, a novel religious centre was inaugurated on 26th December 1980. The Aradhana Kendra is inspired by the ideal and teachings of Lord Mahaveera, and is acting as a beacon light to uphold our priceless ancient heritage and spiritual values.
This meditation, spritual and education centre is only 10 km away from Ahmedabad city and is spread over 80.000 Sq. yards surrounded by greenish panoramic view. The centre is dedicated to the 'Mumukshu' and Saints to imbibe and assimilate in them religious, moral and spiritual values as expounded by Jain Tenets, necessary for the ultimate development of ascetic value in life. The propagation of Ahimsal socially, politically and aesthetically by sending well trained 'Sadhakas' all over the world is one of the major objectives of the centre. This Aradhana Kendra is dedicated to develop three gems of Jainism namely
Samyag Darshan - The Right Faith Samyag Gyan - The Right Knowledge
Samyag Charitra - The Right Conduct. MAHAVIRALAYA (Temple):
Mahaviralaya the grand and gracious temple of Lord Mahaveera is a monumental peace of Jain Art. Jain Qulture and Jain Archeology. The idols of Lord Mahaveera Lord Adinath and Lord Parshwanath touch the hearts of every visitor. GYAN MANDIR (House of Knowledge),
The Gyan Mandir the nerve centre of the Kendra houses a vast library which is one of the first of its kind in India. It has about 2 Lakhs Books including old Scriptures. Tadpatras, Sutras etc. The library is meant for any seeker of Truth to come. stay and gain knowledge
MUSEUM:
The Aradhana Kendra has a Museum wherein are stored priceless, and rare, idols of Metal, Marble Emerald and Neelam, etc..Rare Scriptures and Books, Old Paintings, which will depict our old priceless heritage UPASHRAYA (Prayer Hall):
In the Upashraya Saints from all over India can stay and take advantage of the library, have meditation and can also stay for 'Chaturmasa! A special facility is provided for 'Saints' to stay in Upashraya for learning the Sutras and enriching their knowledge
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MUMUKSH KUTIR (Residential Research Home):
Research students are allowed to stay as long as they want and are provided all facilities to carry out their research.
My adoration of Samyag Gyan (Right Knowledge) is being culminated in the form of establishment of Shree Mahaveer Jain Aradhana Kendra. This has been my long cherished desire. The main objectives of this Kendra will be to promote the philosophy of Jainism. I seek the support and co-operation from one & all in making this kendra a beacon light of Gyan.
Padmasaga
YATRIK GRAHA (Guest House):
Yatrik Graha provides all facilities for the stay of pilgrims. Research students are allowed to stay as long as they want and are provided all facilities to carry out their research
Acharya Shri Kailassagarsuri Gyanmandir
