On the world tourist map, about 10 km from Balotra subdivision, about 125 km from the border desert Barmer district headquarters, in Jodhpur division of western Rajasthan, which is fast emerging, surrounded by hills. The idol of Moolnayak Shri Parshvanath Bhagwan is established in a group of ancient and grand artistic temples in Nakoda Teerth.First where the Jaisalmeri idol of yellow marble, which was established of Lord Shri Mahavir Swami, but then when the idol of Shyamvarna Bhagwan Shri Parshvanath came out from the ground, it was replaced in the place of Moolnayak.
Devotees are unable to stop themselves from coming here again after seeing the miraculous statue on the right and the mouth of Shri Bhairavnath near him. May the force of gravity be like the force, those speaking eyes and the smile line of their lips are saying as if all the good will be auspicious and auspicious.A little above the west of the original temple is the temple of Lord Shri Adinath, which is the most beautiful and impressive from the point of view of architecture, on going here it seems that there will be welfare of all in the shadow of his blessings, like the heat of sorrow, grief, or lack. gets destroyed.No one returns empty handed from the court of Shri Nakoda Bheruji, the presiding deity, Damru Wale Baba, who fulfills every vow made with immense reverence and devotion.
On entering the main pole of the temple’s compound, there is an attractive and beautiful temple of Lord Shri Shantinath on the left before the original temple.Its statue is also unique in itself. It is a smiling and blooming idol of happy posture, on whose feet one automatically feels peace. To the south of the original temple there were two sanctum sanctorum which is now closed.In this pilgrimage, where the morning sun gives the message of supply, consciousness, and passion, then the sun sets, the sound of rest, peace, contentment and satisfaction and certainty to reach the destination slowly starts humming in the ears. Inside Shantinath Jinalaya. In the part there are inscriptions showing the biography of Lord Shri Shantinath and Parshvanath, which are very beautiful and touching the sight.
In view of the increasing number of travelers every year, many changes have been made here by investing crores of rupees. Today, rooms with all kinds of modern facilities are available here. The work of reception room, room allocation room, food coupon distribution etc. is separately computerized system. On-line room booking facility is also available from all over India.In a large hall with modern steel tables and chairs, thousands of passengers can eat together in the dining hall with a beautiful arrangement. An attractive beautiful fountain has been installed outside in the dining hall, which is especially the center of entertainment for the children. Today here All kinds of facilities are available.For the accommodation of pilgrims in the pilgrimage area, a total of 9 buildings, in which a huge modern facility of 350 rooms, has become a conversational Dharamshala.
A new modern cowshed is being run by Tirtha, solar system for hot water during winters, pot plant to prevent pollution, and there is a system of STP.Under the Government Prime Minister’s School Scheme by Nakoda Teerth, Bhaktamber Pathshala inside the temple, in which there is a modern system of seeing the picture of the complete devotee. Pension scheme is also going on for Jain students to send money to students and widows sitting at home.There is electricity, library, reading room, garden, Modikhana, hospital, roadways booking, big auditorium, taxi facility and paved road to reach.This pilgrimage is directly, indirectly connected to many big cities of the country, whether it is Ahmedabad, Surat, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Shri Mahavirji, etc. The nearest station Jodhpur or Balotra is reached from any city of the country by rail service. From where bus, taxi, rickshaw, mini bus, jeep, sumo etc. vehicle facility is available at all times.
Here every year on Posh Vadi Dasami, the three-day birth anniversary of Lord Shri Parshvanath is celebrated with great pomp. Then not only Jenny from all over India but also Ajni also come in thousands with reverence and get the desired results. Then the pilgrimage. The courtyard is decorated with attractive lights. The three-day fair at the shrine begins amidst heavy security, with the shrine’s own security guards and women police personnel including Rajasthan Police personnel on hand.In front of the garden on the outside of the temple complex, shops of offerings, audio, video, religious books, literature, toys, games, snacks, tea and snacks have been made by the pilgrimage for the devotees.
For the complete maintenance of the pilgrimage, general elections are held every two years, in which the whole of India is represented. Sadhvi was attended by thousands of people, which is itself a symbol of reverence.Tirtha’s president Ramesh Mutha told Champalal Chhajed journalist Surat that this Samavasaran temple is the world’s largest unique and historical Samavasaran temple. With wonderful carvings, the nuances of art filled with life are being seen in the stones.On the outside, situated on a small hill, in Dadawadi, Dada Gurudev Shri Jin Kushal Surishwar ji is pagliye.There is complete arrangement for all kinds of ascetics at all times.These days, renovation is going on in the Rang Mandap outside the graveyard of the Moolnayak God, after the construction, the number of devotees who worship, archana, and perform rituals will increase.May all of you and your family beautify the government by attending this 5-day Po Dashami Festival (27 to 31 December), which is from grand to grand every year.
Shri Jain Shvetambara Nakoda Parshvanath Teerth
Post-Mevanagar Nakoda Ji Tirtha
Balotra District Barmer (Raj.)
Author-
Champalal Chhajed
(writer and journalist)
Editor, Bhuwal Times, Hindi Fortnightly
Surat Gujarat