Parshwanath Vidyapeeth

Parshwanath Vidyapeeth Parshwanath Vidyapeeth is a premier institution dedicated to research of Jainology and Indology.

We are committed to: Academic Excellence, Research and Innovation,Community Engagement and Global Collaboration. An Institute of basic Research in Indology particularly in Jainology.

24/08/2026

Today's Prakrit Word: पावं (Pāvaṁ)
“पावं” means “sin” or “wrongdoing” in Prakrit.

The phrase “पावं ण करेजा” means “Do not commit sin.”
It reminds us to be mindful of our thoughts, words, and actions and avoid actions that cause harm to ourselves or others.

In Jain philosophy, avoiding sinful actions is closely connected with ahiṃsā, self-restraint, and ethical living. Awareness of our actions helps us reduce negative karma and move toward spiritual progress.

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22/08/2026

Today's Prakrit Word: ओहा (Ohā)
“ओहा” means “reflection” or “thought” in Prakrit.
The phrase “ओहा सुतं” means “Reflection strengthens understanding.”
It reminds us that taking time to reflect helps us understand our thoughts, experiences, and actions more deeply.
In Jain philosophy, reflection and contemplation are important practices for developing awareness, self-discipline, and spiritual understanding. Thoughtful reflection helps us learn from our actions and make wiser choices.
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𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 (𝗜𝗖𝗣𝗥) 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝟭𝟱-𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽Explore 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗺𝘂𝗸𝗵𝗮-𝘀𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗮 of 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘆𝗮...
21/08/2026

𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗽𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 (𝗜𝗖𝗣𝗥) 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝟭𝟱-𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽
Explore 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗺𝘂𝗸𝗵𝗮-𝘀𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗮 of 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘆𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗸𝘆𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶.

Learn the foundations of Jaina Logic and Epistemology.
𝟮𝟮 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 – 𝟱 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲
𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗵𝘄𝗮𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗩𝗶𝗱𝘆𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗵, 𝗩𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗮𝘀𝗶
Visit: https://pv-edu.org/workshop/

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:
Jaina Epistemology, Pramana, Pratyaksha, Paroksha, Anumana, Anekantavada, Syadvada, and Jaina Logic.

The workshop will include text reading, lectures, discussions, assignments, and presentations.
Open to MA/MPhil students, PhD scholars, researchers, faculty members, and traditional scholars.

25 participants | 50 lectures
Registration Fee: NIL
Certificate on completion
80% attendance required
Limited free accommodation for outstation participants.

𝗟𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 30 September 2026
Contact: +91 9936179817 | +91 9868114985
Join this academic journey into classical Jaina philosophy and logic.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘃𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻?𝘞𝘦 𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘰 𝘮𝘶𝘤𝘩 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘸𝘪𝘯 𝘢𝘳𝘨𝘶𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴, 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘢𝘭. Jain D...
21/08/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘃𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻?

𝘞𝘦 𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘰 𝘮𝘶𝘤𝘩 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘸𝘪𝘯 𝘢𝘳𝘨𝘶𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴, 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘢𝘭.
Jain Darshan reminds us that true victory comes from mastering our own thoughts, emotions, and actions.

Key Takeaways:

• Self-mastery is greater than external success.
• Winning over anger and ego is a lasting victory.
• True strength begins with conquering yourself.

The greatest victory is not defeating others. It is becoming better than who you were yesterday.

Save this reminder and share it with someone who values inner growth.

What can one moment of pause change?We often react before we reflect. Jain Darshan reminds us that awareness gives us th...
18/08/2026

What can one moment of pause change?

We often react before we reflect. Jain Darshan reminds us that awareness gives us the space to choose our words, actions, and responses with greater clarity.

Key Takeaways:

• Pause before reacting.
• Awareness creates better choices.
• Reflection can prevent unnecessary conflict.

Sometimes, the most powerful response begins with a pause.

Save this as a reminder to pause, reflect, and respond with awareness.

17/08/2026

Today's Prakrit Word: समणे (Samaṇe)

“समणे” means “in monks” or “among ascetics” in Prakrit.

The phrase “समणे गुणा” means “Monks possess virtues.”

It reminds us that the life of a monk is guided by virtues such as self-discipline, compassion, non-violence, and detachment.

In Jain philosophy, monks follow a disciplined path dedicated to spiritual purification and liberation. Their conduct reflects the principles of restraint, mindfulness, and renunciation.

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𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻?𝘞𝘦 𝘰𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘴, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘑𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘋𝘢𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘶𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 ...
13/08/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻?

𝘞𝘦 𝘰𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘴, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘑𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘋𝘢𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘶𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘸𝘦 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘥.

When thoughts become still, clarity and inner peace have space to emerge.

Key Takeaways:

• Peace begins with inner awareness.
• A calm mind creates clarity.
• Stillness helps us understand ourselves better.

Sometimes, the quietest place is found within.

Save this as a reminder to pause, breathe, and find stillness within yourself.

10/08/2026

पुट्ठो / puṭṭho — Asked (पूछा गया)
पुट्ठो सज्जणं Ask the virtuous.

Trivia:
In Prakrit, “पुट्ठो” (puṭṭho) means asked, questioned, or inquired. It is used when seeking an answer, guidance, or knowledge from someone.

The phrase “पुट्ठो सज्जणं” encourages us to seek guidance from virtuous and wise people. The company we choose and the people we learn from can strongly influence our thoughts, values, and actions.

In Jain philosophy, association with the virtuous—सज्जण—supports the development of right knowledge, right conduct, and spiritual awareness. Asking questions with humility is also an important part of learning and self-growth.

पुट्ठो reminds us that asking the right people the right questions can lead us toward better understanding and wiser choices.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗳 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗼𝗺 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻?We often think freedom means having more choices. Jain Darshan reminds us that th...
05/08/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗳 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗼𝗺 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻?

We often think freedom means having more choices. Jain Darshan reminds us that the greatest freedom is freedom from the emotions that control our thoughts and actions.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀:

• True freedom begins with mastering the self.
• Letting go of anger, ego, greed, and attachment brings inner peace.
• Inner liberation is a journey of awareness and self-discipline.

The strongest person is not the one who controls others, but the one who can master themselves.

पब्भं / pabbhaṁ — Light / Radiance (प्रकाश)पब्भं जीवस्स The soul is luminous.Trivia:In Prakrit, “पब्भं” (pabbhaṁ) means ...
03/08/2026

पब्भं / pabbhaṁ — Light / Radiance (प्रकाश)
पब्भं जीवस्स The soul is luminous.

Trivia:
In Prakrit, “पब्भं” (pabbhaṁ) means light, radiance, or illumination. It symbolizes not only physical light but also the inner brilliance of wisdom, purity, and spiritual awareness.

The phrase “पब्भं जीवस्स” reminds us that every soul possesses an inherent radiance. This divine light is often obscured by karmic impurities, but through right conduct and self-discipline, it shines forth in its true glory.

In Jain philosophy, the soul is considered naturally endowed with infinite knowledge, perception, bliss, and energy. As ignorance and attachment fade, the soul's inner light becomes fully manifest, guiding one toward liberation.

True radiance is not found in external appearance but in purity of character, compassion, and wisdom. Every virtuous thought and selfless action allows the soul's light to grow brighter.

पब्भं teaches us that the brightest light is the one that shines from within, illuminating the path of truth, wisdom, and liberation.

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