Book Title: ISJS Jainism Study Notes E5 Vol 04
Author(s): International School for Jain Studies
Publisher: International School for Jain Studies
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Meaning:
There are four auspicious beings namely ariha tas (perfect beings with body), siddhas (liberated souls), holy monks (s dhus) and dharma (religion) described by omniscient lords. May they be auspicious to me? There are four most suprerior beings in this world, namely ariha tas (perfect beings with body), siddhas (liberated souls), s dhus (holy monks) and dharma (religion) described by omniscient lords. May they be beneficial to me? I dedicate myself to these four beings namely arahantas (perfect beings with body), siddhas (liberated souls), holy monks (s dhus) and dharma (religion) described by omniscient lords.
My prayer / Meri Bh van by Pt. J. K. Mukhatara
Jisne rāga dvesa kāmādika jīte saba jaga jāna liyā Saba jivo ko Moksa mārga kā nisprha ho updeśa diyā Buddha Vira Hari Har Brham y usko sy dh na kaho Bhaktibh va se prerita ho y citta us me lina raho.
Meaning: He, who has destroyed or subdued his attachment, aversion, desires and had understood the reality of this universe; who delivers the sermons to every body about the path of spiritual purification and attaining liberation; who may be called by different names such as Buddha, Vira, Hari, Har and Brahma or the self/ soul; Imbued with devotion in Him, may this mind be eternally engrossed in Him.
Vişayo k nahi jinakes mya bh va dhana rakhate he Nija para ke hita s dhana me ni a din tatpara rahate he Sv rtha tyaga ki kathina tapasy bin kheda jo karate he Ese jñ n s dhu jagat ke dukhah samuha ko harate he.
Meaning: They, who have overcome the desire for sensual pleasures and maintain the state of equanimity; they are engrossed everyday in the welfare of others as well as their own; they practice the hard penance of selflessness; such knowledgeable ascetics (they) conquer /overcome the pains of mundane worldly existence.
Rahe sad satsa ga unh k dhy na unh k nitya rahe Unh jais cary me yaha citta sad anurakta rahe Nah sat u kisi j va ko jhuta kabh nah kah karu Paradhana vanit para na lubh u santo mrta piy kar
Meaning: May I always associate with such holy ascetics; may my mind be occupied in their life style; may I never cause pain to any living being nor tell a lie at any time; may I never be attracted towards the wealth or women of others and hence feel contented all the time.
Aha k rak bh va na rakkhu nah kis para krodha kar Dekha dusro k batht ko kabhi na rs bh va dhar Rahe bh van es mer sarala satya vyavah ra kar Bane jah taka esa j vana me auro k upak ra kar
Meaning: May I never a feeling of ego / pride nor get angry with anyone; May I never feel envious / jealous on seeing the progress of any one; May I develop a balance, straight and simple, fair and honest feeling towards all; may I be good in my behavior towards all to the utmost level of my capabilities.
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