Pujya Acharya Shri Shiv Munii
Ji Ma Sahib.
Parshwanath Vidyapeeth is an unique and incomparable Institution of higher learning in Jain Studies. It has been established in the Pious Memory of Pujya Acharya Sh.Sohanlal Ji and as such it is part of our heritage. I have personally visited this great institution earlier during my student life and also during the time I was understudy as an acetic. It has progressed a lot since then. It has not only a huge campus but a highly specialised Library dedicated to quality research and publications which are its forte. The publications are of the highest standard. The project of bringing forth the Jain Encyclopaedia-cum-Source Book has the potential to put Jainism on Global level. This Institute has always received the blessings of the Acharya Tradition of the Sharman Sang. The great scholar and Acharya , Pujya Atmaram Ji Maharaj blessed this institute, Pujya Anandrishi Ji Maharaj's love for education and knowledge is well known to all, Respected Pujya Acharya Devendramuni Ji Maharaj , himself took keen interest in the starting of the Indore campus. I wish that this institute , not only be a centre for Higher Studies of Jainism and meditation for Jains but should also be a source for all mankind to learn from. Let us learn from the heritage of lord Parshwanath and Lord Mahavir and learn to live it that way. I also wish that establishment of "Yashovijaya Smriti Dhyan Mandir" established by the inspiration of Acharya Shri Raj Yash Surishwar Ji should become an excellent place for meditation and research. In my opinion the institute has all the possibilities of becoming an University of Jainism. In present day context the spreading of Jain teachings is of the utmost importance. The Samaj should come forward to support this institution to transform it into an University those are my blessings.
Pujya Acharya Shrimad Vijay
Rajyash Surishwar Ji Maharaj
Parshwanth Vidyapeeth is important institution working in the field of Jainology. I have myself visited the Vidyapeeth. Achievements of this Institution in the field of research and publication are commendable. About 160 books on various aspects of Jainism have been published, while 65 students have been awarded their Ph.D. after receiving able guidance from this Institute. Smt. Renu Devi Jain Canteen of the institute is a good facility being run on donations. Anyone willing to contribute for this cause, can do so by way of donations for the sponsorship of a day's meals. Parshwanth Vidyapeeth has all the infrastructure needed for an university, but due to scarcity of financial resources this has not happened so far. All Jain community should come forward to contribute to this cause magnanimously. The Institute has decided that funds to be received from donor , shall be utilised for the welfare is of scholars and the publication department as per the guidelines provided by the donors. Hence, I appeal to one and all the 'Jains' to rise above the narrow sectarian interests and come forward, to donate concertedly to this institution which is working on the path shown by Jainhasandev. This institution is working in a non-sections manner- for all of Jainism, and shall continue to do so. I also appeal to all the educationists, scholars and philanthropists to extend their full support by all possible means for the growth and development of this institute.
PARSHWANATH VIDYAPEETH
Introduction
In the year 1937 Parshwanath Vidyapeeth was set up as an Institute of Indology. Spread over 4 acres of land with is sprawling campus, lush greeneries and canopies of magnificent avenues, this Institute is testimony of the ingenuity and foresight of its founder Late Lala Shri Harjas Rai Jain . It is managed by Parshwanath Vidyapeeth, a society registered under the Society Registration Act of 1860. Over the years, the Vidyapeeth has done commendable work in the area of research and publication on Jain Philosophy, Culture, History, Prakrit language, Jain art etc. Besides, 150 punlicaons to credit, about 60 scholars of the Parashvanath Vidyapeeth have been awarded Ph.D. Banaras Hindu University , which recognize it as a Research center in the field of Jainology. It is also recognized by Scientific & Industrial Research Organization, Dept of Science and Technology, Government of India for conducting research . Being a living embodiment of such visionaries as Pt. Sukhlal Sanghvi, Pt. Bechardas Doshi, Pt. D.D. Malvania this Institute epitomizes a synthesis of all sects of Jainas giving them equal importance. Vidyapeeth has been regularly organizing National Seminars, symposia, lecture series and brings out a quarterly tri-lingual (Hindu, English ¸Gujarati) research journals SHRAMANA . In view of its unique status and the contribution in the study of Jainology and other branches of oriental learning, the Parshwanth Vidyapeeth has earned reputation in the academic would both within and outside India.
Vision
Parshwanath Vidyapeeth shall promote the comparative studies of the higher spritual values enshrined by Indian Religions and culture with an holistic approach and a sense of regard for all the different ideologies and faiths using Jain technique of non-absolutism (Anekantvada) and to bring to light in modern languages the thoughts and works of our ancient rishis and munis to promote religious harmony and better mutual understanding. Further, it shall promote the studies and researches in the field of non-voilance and peace for the protection of environment and human race through the principles as propounded by Lord Mahavira. It shall preserve the antiquities and manuscripts related to Indian Culture in general and Jainism in particular for further researches and publication to understand our great cultural heritage.
Mission
To promote scholastic work and translations of ancient manuscripts into modern languages and to sponsor original researches on the spritual values of Shramnic religions with a special emphasis on Jainism. To proeserve antiquities and manuscripts and create a holistic and an all encompassing resource centre for higher learning and research fostering the tenents of Anekantvada, Ahimsa and limitations of possession and wants. To serve this purpose our mission is to develop this institute to the level of a University. To adopt modern technologies for global propogation of Jain tenets. And to bring forth a much-needed Source Book-cum-Enclopedia of Jain Studies. To promote scholastic work and translations of ancient manuscripts into modern languages and to sponsor original researches on the spritual values of Shramnic religions with a special emphasis on Jainism. To preserve antiquities and manuscripts and create a holistic and an all encompassing resource centre for higher learning and research fostering the tenents of Anekantvada, Ahimsa and limitations of possession and wants. To serve this purpose our mission is to develop this institute to the level of a University. To adopt modern technologies for global propogation of Jain tenets. And to bring forth a much-needed Source Book-cum-Encyclopedia of Jain Studies.
Some Tirth-Yatri Visitors
