Vijay Rajendrasuriji

Here's a comprehensive summary of the provided Jain text about Acharya Shri Vijayrajendrasuriji:

The text details the life and spiritual journey of Acharya Shri Vijayrajendrasuriji, a prominent Jain scholar, preacher, and administrator. Born Ramanbhai in the village of Moti Pavad, near Tharad, he was the son of Badarmal and Parvatiben. Even from a young age, Ramanbhai displayed a strong inclination towards religious practices rather than worldly pursuits.

His spiritual path truly began when he met Muni Shri Sujnanvijayji, a disciple of Muni Shri Shanti Vijayji. This encounter deeply influenced young Ramanbhai, leading him to embrace a life of renunciation. At the tender age of 10, he joined a pilgrimage to Palitana and at 18, on the seventh day of the waning moon in Chaitra of Samvat 1991, he received initiation. He was given the monastic name Muni Shri Sujnanvijayji.

His life as a monk flourished with the nurturing of tapas (austerity), tyag (renunciation), and samyam (discipline). He achieved vast knowledge and spiritual advancement, dedicating his life to welfare activities. He was instrumental in the construction of temples, Upashrayas (monastic dwellings), and knowledge centers in his ancestral village, creating a vibrant religious atmosphere. Practices like Samayik and Pratikraman became prevalent in households due to his influence.

Significantly, his spiritual influence extended to his own family. His cousin, Ramanlal, also known as Ramanikbhai, took initiation in Samvat 2004, becoming Muni Shri Rajendravijayji. Later, other family members, including Mahasukhbhai and Dineshbhai, were also initiated as Muni Shri Siddhsenvijayji and Muni Shri Shilchandra vijayji respectively. His daughters, Jakilaben and Vimalaben, also embraced the ascetic path, becoming Sadhvi Shri Shilbhashriji and Sadhvi Shri Shilpragnashriji. In total, six individuals from his immediate family were drawn to the path of renunciation under his guidance.

Acharya Vijayrajendrasuriji was a prolific writer, a captivating speaker, and a great propagator of Jainism. He authored numerous influential religious texts, including "Chaitanyane Chamkar," "Sadhnana Sopan," "Tarani Teja," "Sadhumta Sauarabh," "Jivan Jagruti," "Jivan Mangal," "Jivan Jhankar," "Jivan Jat Jale," and "Hira Ne Haar." He also edited significant works like "Shravak Prakriti," "Nandyavart Mahapujan," "Shanti Sankirtan," and "Parva Kathasangrah." His dedication also led to the continuous publication of the monthly magazine "Shanti Saurabh."

His journey included serving his Guru, Dadaguru Shri Shanti Chandrasuriji Maharaj, for nine years due to the latter's ill health. During this period, he delivered profound discourses on the Ramayana and Mahabharata, attracting a large audience. In Samvat 2019, on the fourth day of the waxing moon in Jeth, at the Anjanshalaka Mahotsav in Bhabhar, he was honored with the title of Ganipanyas. Fifteen days later, his Dadaguru attained Nirvana.

He completed his 25th year of monastic life with a significant Chaturmas (a period of four months of retreat) in Mumbai. Other memorable Chaturmas included those in Goregaon, with a "Upadhan" ceremony, the Shankarpalit Sangh of Thane, and in Shripalnagar-Valkeshwar, which also included the initiation of two young maidens.

In Samvat 2030, on the second day of the waxing moon in Phagan, amidst the presence of esteemed Acharyas like Acharya Shri Vijaykanakprabhsurisvarji Maharaj, he was bestowed with the Acharya Padvi (title of Acharya) at the Pratishtha Mahotsav of Kalikund Tirth. From that point onwards, he was known as Acharya Shri Vijayrajendrasuriji Maharaj.

The text concludes with prayers for his long and healthy life to continue his vast work in promoting Jainism and offers him millions of salutations. The compilation is based on an article by Shri Arvindbhai B. Gandhi.