Introduction

Hello Friends! Today we will learn about a very sacred Jain Aarti – “Om Jai Mahavir Prabhu”. This aarti of Lord Mahavira, the last Tirthankara of Jainism, is dedicated to enlightenment, peace, and devotion. Come, today let us understand the importance of this Aarti and the blessings we get from it.

Today we will learn about the sacred aarti of Lord Mahavir, the 24th and last Tirthankar of Jainism “Om Jai Mahavir Prabhu”. This aarti is dedicated to enlightenment, peace, and devotion.

Mahaveer Aarti (Full Lyrics and Meaning)

ॐ जय महावीर प्रभु,
स्वामी जय महावीर प्रभो ।
जगनायक सुखदायक,
अति गम्भीर प्रभो ॥
॥ॐ जय महावीर प्रभु…॥कुण्डलपुर में जन्में,
त्रिशला के जाये ।
पिता सिद्धार्थ राजा,
सुर नर हर्षाए ॥
॥ॐ जय महावीर प्रभु…॥

दीनानाथ दयानिधि,
हैं मंगलकारी ।
जगहित संयम धारा,
प्रभु परउपकारी ॥
॥ॐ जय महावीर प्रभु…॥

पापाचार मिटाया,
सत्पथ दिखलाया ।
दयाधर्म का झण्डा,
जग में लहराया ॥
॥ॐ जय महावीर प्रभु…॥

अर्जुनमाली गौतम,
श्री चन्दनबाला ।
पार जगत से बेड़ा,
इनका कर डाला ॥
॥ॐ जय महावीर प्रभु…॥

पावन नाम तुम्हारा,
जगतारणहारा ।
निसिदिन जो नर ध्यावे,
कष्ट मिटे सारा ॥
॥ॐ जय महावीर प्रभु…॥

करुणासागर! तेरी,
महिमा है न्यारी ।
ज्ञानमुनि गुण गावे,
चरणन बलिहारी ॥
॥ॐ जय महावीर प्रभु…॥

ॐ जय महावीर प्रभु,
स्वामी जय महावीर प्रभो ।
जगनायक सुखदायक,
अति गम्भीर प्रभो ॥

आरती: ॐ जय महावीर प्रभु | आरती: श्री महावीर भगवान – जय सन्मति देवा

Importance of Om Jai Mahaveer Aarti

• Inspiration for enlightenment: This aarti reminds us of the qualities and teachings of Lord Mahavir, inspiring us to follow the path of enlightenment taught by him.
• Expression of devotion: This aarti is a beautiful medium to express our reverence and devotion towards Lord Mahavir.
• Spiritual Connection: Singing the Aarti of Lord Mahavir brings peace to our mind and connects us to the spiritual element within us.
• Essence of Jain Philosophy: Each word of the aarti summarizes the core principles of Jainism, non-violence, non-possessiveness, and enlightenment.

Method of performing Mahaveer Aarti

1. First of all, take bath and wear clean clothes.
2. Install a picture or statue of Lord Mahavir in a place of worship or home.
3. Light a lamp, spread aroma by burning incense sticks or incense sticks.
4. Chant “Namokar Mantra” with pure feelings.
5. Stand in front of Lord Mahavir with folded hands and sing the aarti with full devotion.
6. Aarti can be sung in mind or out loud. Connecting emotionally is most important.
7. After the aarti is over, offer flowers and fruits to Lord Mahavir.

Puja material

• Statue or picture of Lord Mahavir
• lamp, ghee/oil
• incense sticks or incense sticks
• Rice
• Flower
• Fruit
• aarti thali

Benefits of Om Jai Mahaveer Aarti

• Peace is created in the mind: The emotions contained in Aarti reduce stress and give mental peace.
• Positive energy is transmitted: Performing Aarti at the place of worship brings positivity and purity in the atmosphere.
• Spiritual progress: One gets the blessings of Lord Mahavir, which helps in spiritual progress.
• Increase in self-confidence and willpower: Singing and devotion of Aarti strengthens our willpower and increases self-confidence.

Inspirational stories related to Lord Mahavir

There are many stories related to Lord Mahavir which teach us non-violence, kindness, forgiveness and restraint. Some inspiring stories:

• Sacrifice of Chandanbala: The story of renunciation and sacrifice of Princess Chandanbala which shows that salvation is possible only by renunciation of material pleasures.
• Yashodhara and restraint: How Queen Yashodhara gave up all her glory and assumed restraint.
• Jambuswami and Kevali Gyan: The story of Jambuswami’s attainment of knowledge before Lord Mahavira.

FAQs

• What is the auspicious time to perform “Om Jai Mahavir Prabhu” Aarti?
  • You can perform aarti any time, morning or evening. But performing this Aarti on Mahavir Jayanti is considered especially fruitful.
• Can I perform Mahavir Aarti at my home?
  • Sure! You can perform Jain Aarti in your home with devotion and reverence.
• Can any mantra be chanted along with Aarti?
  • Yes, “Namokar Mantra” must be chanted before Aarti.

Conclusion

“Om Jai Mahavir Prabhu” Aarti is one of the most favorite aartis of Jainism. This aarti inculcates the feeling of compassion and non-violence within us. By including it in our daily worship, we get mental peace and spiritual progress.

Lord Mahavir used to say, “Live yourself and let others live”, let us make our life meaningful with this feeling.