Introduction

Hello Friends! Jainism inspires to follow the path of self-knowledge and non-violence. The aarti we will discuss today is dedicated to the supreme priest of non-violence, Lord Mahavir Swami, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism. Aarti: Shri Mahavir Bhagwan Through Jai Sanmati Deva we bow before his divinity.

Lord Mahavir was born about 2,600 years ago in Kshatriyakund, Bihar. His original name was Vardhaman. At the age of thirty he attained Kaivalya knowledge. The essence of Mahavir Swami’s teachings lies in principles like non-violence, non-violence, and anekantvad. Let us now concentrate on his divine aarti.

Shri Mahavir Bhagwan Aarti: Jai Sanmati Deva

जय सन्मति देवा,
प्रभु जय सन्मति देवा।
वर्द्धमान महावीर वीर अति,
जय संकट छेवा ॥
॥ऊँ जय सन्मति देवा…॥सिद्धार्थ नृप नन्द दुलारे,
त्रिशला के जाये ।
कुण्डलपुर अवतार लिया,
प्रभु सुर नर हर्षाये ॥
॥ऊँ जय सन्मति देवा…॥

देव इन्द्र जन्माभिषेक कर,
उर प्रमोद भरिया ।
रुप आपका लख नहिं पाये,
सहस आंख धरिया ॥
॥ऊँ जय सन्मति देवा…॥

जल में भिन्न कमल ज्यों रहिये,
घर में बाल यती ।
राजपाट ऐश्वर्य छोड़ सब,
ममता मोह हती ॥
॥ऊँ जय सन्मति देवा…॥

बारह वर्ष छद्मावस्था में,
आतम ध्यान किया।
घाति-कर्म चूर-चूर,
प्रभु केवल ज्ञान लिया ॥
॥ऊँ जय सन्मति देवा…॥

पावापुर के बीच सरोवर,
आकर योग कसे ।
हने अघातिया कर्म शत्रु सब,
शिवपुर जाय बसे ॥
॥ऊँ जय सन्मति देवा…॥

भूमंडल के चांदनपुर में,
मंदिर मध्य लसे ।
शान्त जिनेश्वर मूर्ति आपकी,
दर्शन पाप नसे ॥
॥ऊँ जय सन्मति देवा…॥

करुणासागर करुणा कीजे,
आकर शरण गही।
दीन दयाला जगप्रतिपाला,
आनन्द भरण तु ही ॥
॥ऊँ जय सन्मति देवा…॥

जय सन्मति देवा,
प्रभु जय सन्मति देवा।
वर्द्धमान महावीर वीर अति,
जय संकट छेवा ॥

जय सन्मति देवा,
प्रभु जय सन्मति देवा।
वर्द्धमान महावीर वीर अति,
जय संकट छेवा ॥

आरती: ॐ जय महावीर प्रभु | आरती: ॐ जय महावीर प्रभु – जगनायक सुखदायक

Meaning of Aarti

Mahavir Swami’s Aarti underlines the high life values ​​propounded by him. ‘Sanmati Gyan’ means true knowledge, which takes the soul on the path to knowing itself. The line ‘Ahimsa Parmo Dharma’ gives supreme place to the most fundamental principle of Jainism, non-violence.

Importance of Mahaveer Aarti

Regular recitation of Aarti awakens the feeling of reverence and devotion in the hearts of the devotees. One gets inspiration to adopt the ideals of Mahavir Swami. Spiritual progress is possible by contemplating on the basic principles of Jainism while performing Aarti.

Method of worship

• Aarti can be performed in the morning or evening.
• First of all, bathe the idol or picture of Lord Mahavir Swami with holy water/milk.
• Offer them sandalwood, flowers, incense, lamp etc.
• After that, recite the Aarti with devotion and use musical instruments like bell or Kartal.
• Ask for forgiveness after Aarti.

Popular story related to Mahaveer Aarti

It is said that once by singing the Aarti of Lord Mahavir in front of King Somil of Ahichchatra city, his diseases and troubles in life were cured. This story reveals the impact of Aarti and its miraculous power.

Benefits of Mahaveer Aarti

• Aarti brings positive energy into the house.
• The mind gets peace, and worries go away.
• One gets inspiration and strength to follow the path shown by Mahavir Swami.
• Determination and self-confidence increases.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

• Question: Can Aarti be recited at any time? Answer: Although morning and evening are considered best times for Aarti, but Aarti can be performed at any time with devotion and devotion.
• Question: If it is not possible to perform Aarti daily, then how many times a week should it be performed?
  Answer: Do Aarti at least once a week.
• Question: What things should be kept in mind while performing Aarti? Answer: While performing Aarti, your mind should be completely absorbed in devotion. Avoid distractions like mobile phone etc.

Conclusion

Friends, Mahavir Swami’s Aarti not only paves the way for devotion but also inspires towards purification of the soul. The more we implement the teachings of Mahavir Swami in our lives, the more meaningful our life will become. Come, let us all ‘Aarti: Shri Mahavir Bhagwan | Take a pledge to seek His refuge through ‘Jai Sanmati Deva’.