Aadijin Panchkalyanak Puja Tatha Bhavvahi Stavano

This document is a Jain puja (worship) text titled "Shree Aadi Jin Panchkalyanak Puja tatha Bhavvahi Stavano" authored by Muni Shri Dhurandharvijayji, published by Jain Sahityavardhak Sabha. It focuses on the five auspicious events (Panchkalyanaks) of the first Tirthankar, Lord Rishabhanatha (also known as Aadinath).

Here's a breakdown of its content:

Overall Purpose: The book is designed to facilitate devotional worship of Lord Aadinath, specifically commemorating his five Kalyanaks: Chyavan (descent into the womb), Janm (birth), Diksha (renunciation), Kevalgyan (omniscience), and Nirvana (liberation). The puja includes various forms of offerings and devotional songs (stavan).

Key Components:

1. Panchkalyanak Puja:

   • The puja is structured around the five auspicious events of Lord Aadinath.
   • Each Kalyanak is associated with a specific type of offering (e.g., water, sandalwood, flowers, incense, lamp, unbroken rice, food offering, fruits). This is indicated by the numbering in the index (Anukram).
   • For each Kalyanak, there are specific devotional songs or verses (geet and dhal) presented in various traditional ragas (melodies) and desis (folk tunes), aiming to evoke deep emotional connection (Bhavvahi).
   • The text includes specific mantras for each offering.

2. Bhavvahi Stavano:

   • This section contains devotional songs and praises that are deeply emotional and expressive of inner feelings.
   • These stavan are generally meant to foster a strong sense of devotion and connection with the divine.

Content Breakdown by Kalyanak (based on the index and page content):

• Chyavan Kalyanak (Descent): The first part is dedicated to the descent of the soul of Lord Aadinath into the womb of Queen Marudevi. It features a "Jal Puja" (water offering) and songs like "Vando Oshabh Jinund" (in Yaman Kalyan raga) and a "Dhal" in Ram-Bhairav raga describing the auspicious signs and the divine procession.
• Janm Kalyanak (Birth): The second part focuses on Lord Aadinath's birth. It includes a "Chandan Puja" (sandalwood offering) with songs like "Janmya Jag Hitkar" (in Ashavari raga) and a "Geet" in a traditional desi style, celebrating the joyous event with descriptions of divine manifestations, celestial music, and the blessings of deities.
• Diksha Kalyanak (Renunciation): The fourth section (following the order of offerings) details the renunciation. It involves "Dhup Puja" (incense offering) with verses describing Lord Aadinath's decision to renounce worldly possessions and embrace asceticism.
• Kevalgyan Kalyanak (Omniscience): The fifth and sixth sections cover the attainment of omniscience. These include "Deep Puja" (lamp offering) and "Akshat Puja" (unbroken rice offering). The songs describe the Samavasarana (divine assembly) and the profound spiritual wisdom that emanates from the Lord. The descriptions touch upon the acceptance of spiritual discipleship by figures like Bharat and Bahubali.
• Nirvana Kalyanak (Liberation): The seventh and eighth sections deal with the Lord's liberation from the cycle of birth and death. These are associated with "Naivedya Puja" (food offering) and "Phal Puja" (fruit offering). The verses often invoke the significance of Siddhashila and the ultimate state of bliss achieved by the Tirthankar.

Author and Context:

• The author, Muni Shri Dhurandharvijayji, is presented as a disciple of Muni Shri Punyavijayji, who in turn was a disciple of Acharya Shri Vijayamrutsurishwarji. This lineage highlights the scholarly and devotional tradition from which the work originates.
• The publisher, Jain Sahityavardhak Sabha, is dedicated to promoting Jain literature.
• The "Prakashakiya Nivedan" (Publisher's Note) explains the importance of meditation and puja in achieving the soul's supreme state and how these forms of worship have evolved over time. It also highlights the significance of pujas that incorporate the Kalyanaks.
• The publisher's note also mentions the context of the second edition, supported by Seth Bhagibhai Maganbhai, and commemorates the Chaturmas (four-month stay) of Acharya Shri Vijaynemisurishwarji in Bhavnagar, detailing various religious events during that period.

Key Themes and Spiritual Significance:

• Devotion (Bhakti): The entire work is infused with deep devotion and reverence for Lord Aadinath.
• Spiritual Journey: The five Kalyanaks represent crucial milestones in the spiritual journey of a Tirthankar, from their divine descent to ultimate liberation.
• Upliftment: The puja and stavan are intended to elevate the devotee's consciousness, purify their soul, and lead them towards spiritual liberation.
• Auspiciousness: The text emphasizes the auspiciousness of remembering and worshiping Lord Aadinath and his Kalyanaks.
• Artistic Expression: The use of various ragas, desis, and poetic meters demonstrates a rich tradition of devotional music and literature in Jainism.

In essence, "Aadijin Panchkalyanak Puja tatha Bhavvahi Stavano" is a comprehensive guide for Jain devotees to perform worship dedicated to Lord Aadinath, focusing on his life-transforming events and offering a rich collection of devotional songs designed to evoke profound spiritual feelings.