Rajnagar Ane Gurudev

This document is an excerpt from the book "Rajnagar ane Gurudev" by Bachubhai C Dharu. It focuses on the city of Rajnagar (Ahmedabad) and its connection to the Jain Acharya Shri Rajendrasurishwarji Maharaj.

Here's a summary of the key points:

• Rajnagar as a Jain Hub: The text describes Rajnagar as a city with a significant Jain population and many Jain religious institutions, graced by the presence of learned Jain Acharyas.
• Shri Rajendrasurishwarji Maharaj: The author highlights the renowned Jain Acharya Shri Rajendrasurishwarji Maharaj, a prominent scholar and renunciate of the 20th century, as a central figure.
• An Incident of Divine Intervention: The author recounts an incident from 1941 when Shri Rajendrasurishwarji Maharaj was in Ahmedabad. He advised against a temple consecration in Vaghanpol's Shri Mahavir Swami Jain temple due to an inauspicious time. When his advice was disregarded, he predicted a severe fire, which subsequently occurred, a fact well-known to the older residents of Rajnagar.
• Therad Community in Rajnagar: The text mentions that many people from the ancient city of Therad now reside in Rajnagar. It clarifies that the notion that Shri Rajendrasurishwarji Maharaj "removed" three people from Therad is false.
• Growth of the Therad Community: The author attributes the growth and current prosperous state of the Therad community in Ahmedabad to the immense grace and unwavering faith inspired by Shri Rajendrasurishwarji Maharaj.
• Establishment of the Therad Jain Youth Circle: In 1994, the Therad residents in Ahmedabad established the "Shri Therad Jain Youth Circle." This organization actively promoted religious activities, particularly collective worship during the Paryushan festival.
• Construction of the Upashray and Gyan Mandir: Following the Youth Circle's initiative, the decision was made to build an Upashray for the Tristutik Sangh. Land was acquired, and with the inspiration and guidance of Acharya Shri Vijay Yatindrasurishwarji Maharaj, the Shri Rajendra Suri Jain Gyan Mandir was successfully constructed.
• Inauguration and Monastic Stays: The Gyan Mandir was inaugurated in the presence of Muni Shri Jayvijayji, who, along with Muni Shri Punyavijayji, spent their Chaturmas (monsoon retreat) there. Other monastic figures, including Muni Shri Kalyanvijayji, Muni Shri Devendravijayji, Sadhvi Shri Muktishriji, Lalitki ji, Lavanyashri ji, and Swayamprabha Shri ji, also had their Chaturmas in this location, contributing to the growth of religious work.
• Devotion to Shri Rajendrasurishwarji Maharaj: The author emphasizes the miraculous power associated with the name of Shri Rajendrasurishwarji Maharaj, which he finds indescribable. He states that the Therad community and other residents of Ahmedabad consider him an extraordinary personality.
• Future Aspirations: The text concludes with a wish for the continued progress of the Sangh, inspired by the current Acharya Shri Vijay Vidyachandrasurishwarji Maharaj. It also specifically mentions the notable services of Sanghvi Gagaldas Halchand among the Sangh leaders.

In essence, the document highlights the religious significance of Rajnagar, the impactful legacy of Acharya Shri Rajendrasurishwarji Maharaj, and the development of the Therad Jain community in Ahmedabad, emphasizing their spiritual growth and institutional achievements.