Sarva Mangal Manglyam

This document is the "Sarva Mangal Manglyam" (All Auspiciousness is Auspicious), compiled and edited by Muni Shri Padmaratnasagarji. Published by the Shri Mahavir Jain Aradhana Kendra, Koba, it serves as a collection of Jain prayers, stotras (hymns), and rituals, intended for private and personal use.

Key aspects of the book include:

• Inspiration and Dedication: The book is dedicated to various revered Jain Acharyas, including Acharya Shrimad Buddhisagar Surishwarji Maharaj, Acharya Shrimad Kailassagarsuri Surishwarji Maharaj, and Acharya Shrimad Padmasagar Surishwarji Maharaj, signifying its connection to the lineage of Jain spiritual leaders.
• Content: The title "Sarva Mangal Manglyam" itself implies a collection of auspicious verses and practices. The table of contents (अनुक्रमणिका) on page 7 reveals a comprehensive range of stotras and mantras dedicated to various Tirthankaras (especially Parshvanath and Mahavir Swami), Yakshas, Yakshinis, and other revered deities within Jainism. It also includes sections on self-protection, purification rituals, and more.
• Purpose: The primary purpose, as stated in the editorial (Page 6), is to provide a readily accessible collection of powerful "smaran stotras" (remembrance hymns) that are beneficial for Sadhus, Sadhvis, Shravaks, and Shravikas. The intention is to help individuals make their lives auspicious and achieve spiritual growth.
• Compilation and Creation: The compilation was inspired by Muni Shri Prashantsagarji, with contributions from Muni Shri Puneetpadmasagarji and Muni Shri Poornpadmasagarji. Pandit Shri Navinbhai V. Jain is acknowledged for organizing the hymns, and Shri Ketan Shah and Shri Sanjay Gurjar are credited for the computer work.
• Publication Details: The first edition was released on Ashadh Shuddhi-10, July 6, 2006, coinciding with the Chaturmas of Acharya Dev Shri Padmasagar Suriji in Sadadi (Ranpur). The initial print run was 1000 copies. The price is listed as ₹22.00.
• Specific Stotras and Mantras: The book contains a wide array of devotional texts, including but not limited to:
  • Atmaraksha Navkar Mantra (Self-protection Navkar Mantra)
  • Namaskar Mahamantra
  • Uphasargahara Stotra (verses to remove afflictions, particularly associated with Parshvanath)
  • Shanti Kara Stotra (verses for peace)
  • Triyagapahut Stotra
  • Namina Stotra
  • Ajitashanti Stotra
  • Bhaktamar Stotra (a widely revered Jain hymn)
  • Kalyan Mandir Stotra
  • Shri Chandrprabha Vidya Stava (hymn dedicated to Chandrprabha Tirthankara)
  • Shri Dharmachakra Vidya
  • Siddhachakra Stotram
  • Shri Gautam Ashtak and Mantras (hymns and mantras related to Lord Gautam Swami)
  • Shri Ghantakarna Stotra and Mantra
  • Manibhadra Mantra
  • Kshetrapal Mantra
  • Shri Guru Paduka Stotra (hymns dedicated to the Guru's sandals)
  • Shodasha Nama Saraswati Stotra (hymns with sixteen names of Saraswati)
  • Shri Tribhuvanaswamini Devi Stotram
  • Shri Devi Stotram
  • Shri Chakreshwari Devi Stotram
  • Shri Padmavati Stotram
  • Shri Ambika Devi Mantra Yuktashtak Stotra
  • Shri Graha Shanti Stotra (verses for appeasing celestial bodies)
  • Shri Shanti Dhara Path (ritual for peace)
  • Pachashathi Stotra
  • Various other stotras and mantras dedicated to different Tirthankaras and deities.

In essence, "Sarva Mangal Manglyam" is a rich compilation of sacred Jain literature aimed at fostering spiritual well-being, protection, and auspiciousness in the lives of its readers. It reflects a deep reverence for Jain tradition and its esteemed spiritual guides.