Shri Amitbhai Shah

Union Home Minister

Addressing the audience at the Pratishtha Mahotsav, Shri Amitbhai Shah said, “The knowledge and conduct of Shri Kanjiswami have benefited many people, bringing transformation not only to Jains but also to non-Jains.” He expressed his belief that Songadh will serve as a pilgrimage centre for the spiritual well-being of both Jains and non-Jains, hoping that it will attain a prominent place among the spiritual centres of Gujarat in the future.

Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel

Honorable Chief Minister of Gujarat

Visiting Suvarnapuri, Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel expressed, “Human beings, caught up in fleeting pleasures, have lost their way on the path to liberation… Nowhere else, but here, do we speak of moksha.” Reflecting on the historical kings and emperors, Shri Bhupendrabhai dismissed modern materialism as meaningless and affirmed that the path of monkhood and liberation in Jainism is truly meaningful.

Shri Piyushbhai Goyal,

Honorable Cabinet Minister

Addressing the gathering, Honorable Cabinet Minister Shri Piyushbhai Goyal began by reciting the Namokar Mantra. He congratulated the President, Secretary, all Trustees, and members of the Songadh Trust, expressing his sentiment that “Songadh, the land of revered (Pu.) Gurudevshree Kanjiswami’s spiritual practice, is becoming an important spiritual center” and extended his heartfelt best wishes to all.

Starting his speech, he praised Jainism and its followers and said that ‘Jains have made very important contributions in the field of spirituality, truth, non-violence, social building, service and cleanliness.’Remembering Shrimad Rajchandraji and Mahatma Gandhi, he said that “Mahatma Gandhi considered Shrimad Rajchandraji as his Guru and according to his teachings, he gave a non-violent form to the freedom movement of entire India…” After completing the speech, after paying obeisance to the ascetic God-Scripture-Guru, revered (Pu.) Gurudevshree Kanjiswami and revered (Pu.) Bhagwati Champamata with pure heart, he expressed his desire to visit Songadh again and again.

Mr. Hitenbhai Seth, Mrs. Deepaben Seth (Saudharma Indra – Sachi Indrani)

Mumbai, Maharashtra

In the auspicious Shri Aadinath Digambar Panchakalyanak Pratishtha Mahotsav, completed under the virtuous influence of the Vitrag Dev-Shastra-Guru, Pujya Gurudevshree Kanjiswami, and Pujya Bahenshree Champaben, we were honoured to assume the roles of Saudharma Indra and Shachi Indrani, serving Tirthankar Lord Rishabhadev. We are grateful to the Trust for this opportunity. The experience of witnessing the silver idol transforming into Lord Rishabhadev through the Panchakalyanak rituals was a priceless and unforgettable treasure in our lives. Tainted by impurity, now our only remaining desire is to focus on our intrinsic nature and attain the pure state of liberation like the Siddh.

It is auspicious…

“If there was pleasure in worldly existence, why would the Tirthankars renounce it? Why would they engage in spiritual pursuits with such devotion to discipline?

Shri Pradipbhai Kamdar, Smt. Meenalben Kamdar (Parents)

Songadh, Gujarat

Ah! We are blessed to be the parents of Shri Rishabhdev Tirthankar, witnessing the Panch Kalyanak Pratishtha Mahotsav, held in the spiritual city of Suvarnapuri. Our hearts were thrilled to experience Shri Bal Rishabhdev attaining salvation by following the path of spiritual practice and worship and becoming Lord Shri Rishabhdev. We experienced the seriousness of Shri Rishabhdev’s childhood, the renunciation of his youth, and the perseverance, purity, and restraint after initiation. We wish that such beneficial, auspicious, welfare-oriented, and inspirational qualities of Shri Rishabhdev manifest in our lives as soon as possible. With this noble feeling, we are grateful to the Trust on this occasion.

Pt. Subhashbhai Sheth (Prastishthacharya),

Wankaner, Gujarat

The Panchkalyanak Pratishtha Mahotsav is a vibrant celebration of the transformation of the soul into the divine, depicted via the life of Tirthankar Bhagwan. Just as a child, Tirthankar is born with the experience of a pure soul, we too are inherently born with the power of the divine. A Tirthankar’s soul, aiming at its pure soul, maintains a state of pure knowledge, assuming the state of a unshakable Muni form (unshakable sage) to complete its spiritual practice. Similarly, if we too focus on our pure soul and become completely absorbed in it through steadfast practice, we too can manifest the divine form. The Panchkalyanak Pratishtha Mahotsav showcased such a remarkable event, which everyone enjoyed with great ceremonial fervor and joy. It is a remarkable event of this era. May this event lead us all to work for the benefit of the self.

Br. Pt. Hemantbhai Gandhi (Co- Prastishthacharya)

Songadh, Gujarat

Shree Adinath Digambar JinBimb Panchkalyanak Pratishtha Mahotsav (Panchkalyanak Pratishtha) is a unique, unparalleled, and unprecedented festival for the welfare of noble beings. This festival showcases the knowledge and renunciation-based method that leads to salvation, and promotes Jainism. The five Kalyanaks of the Tirthankars serve as an inspiration for other beings to strive for effort, knowledge, and renunciation, and hence are called Kalyanaks.
All the events celebrated during the Panchkalyanak Pratishtha symbolize the four Anuyogas. The Panchkalyanak Pratishtha Festival is an auspicious occasion that inspires the soul to transform from worldly form to divine perfect form.
There are two types of Panchkalyanak Pratishtha: one is Nishchay (Real) Panchkalyanak and the other is Vyavahar (Conventional) Panchkalyanak. The increase in the purity of the soul is a natural consequence of any religious ritual. If during this purification, the soul has a firm deep desire for his Bhagwan Atma (own God) and the soul, firmly resolves, “I am a soul,” then he can attain his soul. May this Panchkalyanak Pratishtha Mahotsav become an excellent reason for the purification of the Soul…

Compere Scholar Shri Sanjaybhai Jevar,

Mumukshu Ashram, Kota

Under the auspices of the Vitrag Dev-Shastra-Guru and the guidance of revered (Pu.) Gurudevshree and revered (Pu.) Bahenshree, the entire atmosphere of Suvarnapuri is filled with spirituality. Serving in the Pratishtha ceremony which was held in Suvarnapuri after 38 years, is the greatest fortune of my life. When I received the invitation to compere during the Suvarnapuri Pratishtha Mahotsav, my joy knew no bounds; it felt as though my fortune from many lifetimes had materialised. The entire coordination of the festival was carried out selflessly, as an offering of devotion to the Lord, revered (Pu.) Gurudevshree, and revered (Pu.) Bahenshree. It felt as if revered (Pu.) Gurudevshree was watching from the heavens and listening to his spiritually uplifting discourses was akin to hearing the divine sound in Samavasaran!

I extend my wholehearted respects to the President, Secretary, and all trustees of the Songadh Trust for deeming me worthy of managing the stage at this grand Pratishtha. I seek forgiveness under the witness of Dev-Shastra-Guru for any shortcomings in fulfilling this responsibility, and I conclude my remarks. I pledge to always be ready to serve Suvarnapuri and consider it my great fortune to crown my head with the dust of Suvarnapuri.

Pandit Shri Nitinbhai Sheth

Wakaner, Gujarat

The Panchakalyanak Pratishtha Mahotsav celebrated on the sacred land of revered (Pu.) Gurudevshree and revered (Pu.) Bhagvati Mata was an unforgettable experience in life. This festival, which illuminated the lamp of knowledge akin to an incomparable and auspicious dawn, served as a powerful inspiration to establish the five auspicious events of the Lord in one’s heart and strive for a spiritually successful life. And this was undoubtedly a fact. With heartfelt emotions, this auspicious occasion led to a journey towards new horizons, where one could experience delightful dreams and spiritual transcendence. I conclude with the heartfelt wish that this auspicious event becomes a medium for all of us to attain the Right Faith, Knowledge, and Conduct, and helps us cross the ocean of worldly existence.

Pandit Shri Shaileshbhai Shah

Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Panchkalyan Pratistha Mahotsav of Golden Suvarnapuri

Similar to 17th-18th verse of the Samaysaar which talks about the pure soul being experienced and known by young and old, the Panchakalyanak Pratishtha Mahotsav of golden Suvarnapuri left an unforgettable mark on the hearts of all present, from the young to the old. It fulfilled its purpose by inspiring everyone, from seasoned scholars to new listeners, to advance in spiritual life. Just as a leech cling to a wall, seekers were seen engaging eagerly in all the programs throughout the day. The festival showcased a harmonious blend of the four Anuyogas (style of narration). The Charananuyog (conduct) and Prathamanuyog (religious stories) were represented in the statue of Shri Bahubali Munindra, the Karnanuyog (cosmology) was evident in the creation of Jambudweep, and the land where this Panchakalyanak was celebrated was truly the abode of Dravyanuyog (philosophy). The harmonious presence of all four Anuyogas was seen in all the programs. Thousands of seekers from across the country and abroad attended in person, and millions watched online, reflecting the widespread popularity of the event.

Pandit Shri Atulbhai Kamdar,

Hyderabad, Telangana

Namah Samaysaaraya Namah

The auspicious Panchakalyanak Mahotsav was celebrated in a grand and magnificent manner in the sacred land of revered (Pu.) Gurudevshree and the blessed incarnation of revered (Pu.) Bhagvati Mata. In this place, every particle seems to echo the divine presence of the soul, where merely stepping on the ground causes a tingling sensation in countless spatial units of the soul, and where feelings of transforming from a mere mortal to the Supreme Soul arise repeatedly. The Mahotsav, managed by devotees with complete dedication and devotion towards revered (Pu.) Gurudevshree, revered (Pu.) Mataji, and Suvarnapuri, is beyond description—even the goddess Saraswati herself would struggle to adequately describe its grandeur. Revered (Pu.) Mataji expressed wholeheartedly that the present glory of revered (Pu.) Gurudevshree, will persist until the end of time. “Those who live will witness it.”

Jai Gurudev… Jai Bhagvati Mata… Jai Suvarnapuri Dham… Jai Jinendra

Pandit Shri Rajendrakumar Jain,

Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh

Songadh! The sacred ground of revered (Pu.) Gurudevshree’s spiritual practices! The mere mention of its name fills the heart with joy. First and foremost, the deeply evocative and serene image of Lord Simandhar, whose tranquil expression reflects the inner soul worthy of self-realisation. Similarly, the recent installation of Shri Bahubali Munindra, with his equally serene and peaceful posture, conveys the lesson that only the self should be worshipped. Additionally, the recently created Jambudweep, with all its Jain idols, is extremely beautiful and evokes a sense of detachment, inspiring spiritual upliftment. The land of Songadh has become extremely sanctified by these countless Jain idols. The profound teachings of spiritual knowledge, which continue to resonate to this day, and the remarkable idols are sufficient for the spiritual journey of self-practice of the devotees. Blessed is the revered (Pu.) Gurudevshree! Blessed is Songadh! And most blessed is this spiritual knowledge, which is the hallmark of Songadh.

Pandit Shri Nileshbhai Shah,

Mumbai, Maharashtra

As a consequence of the immense fortune of the Digambar community, during the tenure of revered (Pu.) Gurudevshree’s influence, a second consecration ceremony at Suvarnapuri, Songadh, was held. The benefits received from this auspicious event are beyond words.

By combining the teachings of scriptures (Agam) and spirituality, the officials, trustees, and volunteers of Songadh have transformed the entire Suvarnapuri Songadh into ‘Ayodhya,’ the birthplace, ‘Hastinapur,’ the land of penance, and ‘Mount Kailash,’ the land of liberation, thus providing the vision of Prathamanuyog (religious history) to the devotees.

All these respected elders, through the spiritual discourses, hospitality, seva (service), guidance, and devotion to Arihants, provided the vision of Charananuyog (conduct) to the spiritual aspirants attending the Songadh Pratishtha. Almost a thousand years later, they established an idol of Bahubali Munindra in the Kayotsarga (meditative) posture, thus providing the vision of Karananuyog (cosmology). This meditation leads to the shedding of countless karmas and the attainment of liberation.

In the Samavasaran, the divine voice of Tirthankar Aadinath conveyed the true path of the totally beneficial self-realisation (Samyag Darshan) and the method to attain it, providing the vision of Dravyanuyoga (philosophy) through the discourses of revered (Pu.) Gurudevshree and the philosophical discussions of revered (Pu.) Bhagvati Mataji.

Thus, the Pratishtha Mahotsav held at Suvarnapuri Songadh offered the spiritual aspirants from around the world the opportunity to engage in the study of all four Anuyogas (styles of narration). The contributions of the Songadh community, who have served as servants of Lord Arihant and provided this opportunity to society, cannot be repaid. This Pratishtha, organised with the support and cooperation of young men and women, will set a new direction for many more future consecrations.

With the heartfelt wish that all spiritual aspirants attain liberation in a short time…

Pandit Shri Rajnibhai Doshi,

Himmatnagar, Gujarat

The grandeur of the Panchakalyanak Pratishtha Mahotsav held in Songadh, the homeland and birthplace of our spiritual aspirants, cannot be adequately described in words. The event, which took place in Suvarnapuri Songadh, a central hub for all spiritual seekers worldwide, was marked by its magnificence, global prestige, and splendour.

The installation of the colossal idol of Lord Bahubali along with the Jambudweep idols set a benchmark for Digambar followers worldwide. The magnificence of the Panchakalyanak stage, the organised events, cultural presentations encompassing all four Anuyogas, timeless performances like “AAnand Bhayo…” and “Aaj Main Dhanya Huyi…”, the 51-foot (with stand) towering statue of Pujya Gurudevshree blessing the devotees, the remarkable discipline of the devotees, and the dedicated service of 1000 volunteers—all these aspects were unique. The entire campus was enveloped in an atmosphere of spirituality.

Being a witness to this event held at the sacred ground of revered (Pu.) Gurudevshree’s spiritual journey was a great privilege. Amidst grand programs, the discourses of revered (Pu.) Gurudevshree, the philosophical teachings of revered (Pu.) Bahenshree, and the studies conducted by scholars on spirituality elevated the event to a spiritual zenith. The presence of hundreds of scholars and thousands of religious enthusiasts from around the world made it clear that “Songadh is ours, it can never be forgotten.” The vast personality and flawless spirituality of revered (Pu.) Gurudevshree transcended the boundaries of region, language, and caste.

Undoubtedly, this occasion will remain a memorable event for Jain tradition (Jinshasan) devotees for many years to come…