Pushpa Parimal

This document is the Jain text titled "Pushpa Parimal" (Flower Fragrance), authored by Upadhyay Shrimad Hemendrasagar and published by Shri Buddhisagarsuri Jain Gyanmandir, Vijapur. The catalog link is provided as jainqq.org/explore/008642/1.

The book is presented as a collection of devotional hymns (stanzas or stavan) dedicated to various Jain Tirthankaras and other revered figures. It is structured as a songbook or devotional poetry collection, intended for personal and private use.

Here's a breakdown of the content and its significance based on the provided pages:

• Title and Author: The title "Pushpa Parimal" suggests a collection of fragrant, beautiful poetic offerings. Upadhyay Shrimad Hemendrasagar is identified as the author.

• Publisher and Publication Details: The publisher is Shri Buddhisagarsuri Jain Gyanmandir, Vijapur. The publication date is given as Samvat 2005 (1949 AD), with a print run of 1000 copies. The price was six annas.

• Dedication (Page 4): The author dedicates the work to his spiritual mentor, Yogeewar Shrimad Buddhisagar Surishwarji, expressing gratitude for the inspiration received in various fields like Yoga Vidya, adherence to conduct, public instruction, poetry, and public service.

• Acknowledgements (Page 5): The publisher acknowledges financial contributions from several individuals and families, indicating a community effort in bringing the book to print.

• Introduction (Page 6): An introduction by Shri Anandray Bhatt praises Hemendrasagarji as a prominent and skilled poet in the current Jain community. His poetry is likened to the fragrance of a beautiful flower. The introduction expresses hope that the Jain community will receive this valuable booklet with respect.

• Content - The Stanzas (Stavan): The bulk of the document consists of devotional hymns dedicated to various Jain Tirthankaras. Each stavan is typically set to a specific musical raag (tune). The hymns express devotion, praise the virtues and divine qualities of the Tirthankaras, and often include personal prayers for spiritual progress, liberation from suffering, and righteous living.

  The hymns cover the following Tirthankaras and themes:

  • Prayer (Page 8): A general prayer for a radiant life, self-improvement, universal well-being, equanimity, detachment, and overcoming enemies like lust and anger.
  • Vimalgiri Adinath Stavan (Pages 9-11): Devotional songs to Adinath (Rishabhdev) at Vimalgiri, describing his divine presence, teachings, miracles, and the sacredness of the pilgrimage site.
  • Rishabhdev Stavan (Pages 11-14): Multiple hymns dedicated to Rishabhdev (Adinath), highlighting his role as the first Tirthankara, his benevolent nature, and the importance of his teachings for crossing the ocean of existence.
  • Ajitnath Stavan (Pages 16-18): Hymns dedicated to Ajitnath, describing his qualities and seeking his blessings.
  • Sambhavnath Stavan (Pages 19-20): Devotional verses for Sambhavnath.
  • Abhinandan Stavan (Page 21): Hymn to Abhinandan.
  • Sumatinath Stavan (Pages 22-23): Hymns to Sumatinath, focusing on the removal of negative emotions.
  • Padmaprabhu Stavan (Page 23): Devotion to Padmaprabhu.
  • Chandraprabhu Stavan (Pages 24-25): Hymns dedicated to Chandraprabhu, emphasizing divine radiance and peace.
  • Suparshvanath Stavan (Pages 25-26): Devotional songs to Suparshvanath, describing his virtuous presence.
  • Suvidhinath Stavan (Page 27): Hymns to Suvidhinath.
  • Sheetalnath Stavan (Pages 28-29): Hymns to Sheetalnath, invoking his cooling and pacifying nature.
  • Shreyansnath Stavan (Page 29): Devotion to Shreyansnath.
  • Vasu Pujya Stavan (Pages 30-32): Hymns dedicated to Vasu Pujya, highlighting his role as a savior and source of divine knowledge.
  • Vimalnath Stavan (Pages 33-34): Hymns to Vimalnath, seeking liberation and spiritual progress.
  • Anantnath Stavan (Page 35): Devotion to Anantnath.
  • Dharmanath Stavan (Pages 36-39): Multiple hymns to Dharmanath, emphasizing righteousness, divine qualities, and spiritual attainment.
  • Shantinath Stavan (Pages 40-45): Numerous hymns to Shantinath, focusing on peace, tranquility, and spiritual well-being.
  • Kunthunath Stavan (Pages 45-47): Devotional verses for Kunthunath, seeking help in overcoming obstacles.
  • Aranath Stavan (Pages 47-48): Hymns to Aranath, praising his divine qualities and seeking blessings.
  • Mallinath Stavan (Pages 48-49): Devotional songs to Mallinath, emphasizing devotion and the fleeting nature of worldly life.
  • Munisuvrat Stavan (Pages 49-50): Hymns to Munisuvrat, expressing a yearning for his divine darshan.
  • Naminath Stavan (Pages 50-51): Devotion to Naminath, seeking eternal happiness.
  • Neminath Stavan (Pages 51-58): Multiple comprehensive hymns to Neminath, detailing his life, renunciation, relationship with Rajulmati, and spiritual teachings.
  • Parshvanath Stavan (Pages 59-66): Extensive hymns dedicated to Parshvanath, covering various forms and sacred places associated with him (Chintamani Parshvanath, Stambhan Parshvanath, Godi Parshvanath, Shankheshwar Parshvanath), praising his divine presence, protective powers, and the attainment of spiritual bliss.
  • Mahavir Stavan (Pages 67-73): Multiple hymns dedicated to Lord Mahavir, the 24th Tirthankara. These include general praise, the sorrow of Gautam Swami after Mahavir's nirvana (Gautam Vilap), and hymns reflecting on Mahavir's teachings and divine nature.
  • Jin Vani (Pages 74-75): A hymn praising the divine speech (vani) of the Tirthankaras, its miraculous qualities, and its power to transform beings.
  • Shridhar Swami Stavan (Pages 75-76): Hymn to Shridhar Swami.
  • Jin Stavan (Pages 77-79): General hymns of devotion to the Jinas, expressing the joy of their darshan and the desire for spiritual liberation.
  • Asar Sansar (Page 82): A reflection on the impermanent nature of the world and the importance of devotion.
  • Dev Guru Dharma Stavan (Pages 83-84): A hymn venerating the Dev (Tirthankaras), Guru (learned saints), and Dharma (Jain principles) as the path to liberation.
  • Shri Neminath Stavan (Pages 84-85): Another hymn dedicated to Neminath.
  • Shri Mantradhiraj Ashtak (Pages 85-86): An eight-verse composition praising the significance of the Navkar Mantra (Pancha Parameshthi), the core of Jainism, and its power to overcome obstacles and grant spiritual progress.
  • Shri Prasannachandra Rashi Sajjay (Pages 88-89): A narrative hymn based on the story of King Prasannachandra, illustrating the path of renunciation and spiritual attainment.

• Author's Name in Hymns: Throughout the collection, the author's name, "Hemendra" or "Hemendr," is often appended at the end of the verses, either as the author or as a supplicant expressing his devotion.

• Overall Purpose: The "Pushpa Parimal" is a devotional work aimed at inspiring faith, devotion, and spiritual reflection among Jain followers. It serves as a guide for bhakti (devotional practice) and reinforces Jain principles through poetic expression. The hymns are likely intended for singing during religious ceremonies, personal meditation, or study.