Annual Kalash Installed at Arihant Vihar Jain Pathshala; Muni Shri Urges Families to Nurture Religious Values in Children

Pathshala is not merely a centre for religious education; it plays a vital role in developing humility, discipline and moral values among children: Muni Shri Nirnaysagar Maharaj

Vidisha | City Correspondent: Shobhit Jain

The annual Kalash installation ceremony at the Jain Pathshala in Arihant Vihar was held in a devotional and spiritually uplifting atmosphere. On the occasion, Muni Shri Nirnaysagar Maharaj highlighted the importance of religious education, moral values and the guidance of spiritual teachers. He urged every family in the community to encourage children to become part of the Jain Pathshala.

Addressing the gathering, Muni Shri said that the education and values imparted at a pathshala are invaluable in shaping a child’s life. Such institutions are not limited to providing religious knowledge; they also help develop humility, discipline, good conduct and a genuine interest in spirituality among young learners.

He explained that individuals must take personal initiative to experience the benefits of religion. Just as a thirsty person has to approach water to quench their thirst, those seeking spiritual knowledge must make an effort to reach the presence of monks and saints.

Muni Shri also encouraged devotees to visit temples, participate in Abhishek and worship rituals, offer prayers to the Almighty and remain actively connected with the pathshala. According to him, such religious activities help create favourable conditions for the Kshayopasham of Antaraya Karma and guide individuals towards spiritual progress.

During his discourse, Muni Shri narrated an illustrative incident to explain the importance of faith, patience and dedicated service towards one’s Guru. He shared that a devotee once remained seated near a Maharaj throughout the night because he was concerned that the monk, absorbed in meditation, might face some inconvenience. With complete devotion and vigilance, the person continued to stay there until morning. After the Maharaj completed his meditation, the devotee approached him with humility and reverence.

Through this incident, Muni Shri conveyed that sincere efforts made with dedication, faith and selfless intent never go in vain. A person who fulfils responsibilities with commitment and devotion ultimately receives the appropriate reward for those efforts.

Muni Shri appealed to members of the community to introduce children to religious education and positive values from an early age. He emphasised that every family should make regular time for religious activities, devotion and the guidance of spiritual teachers so that the coming generation grows up with strong values, discipline and good character.

Providing details about the programme, spokesperson Avinash Jain ‘Vidyavani’ informed that Muni Shri has commenced his auspicious Vihar towards Station Jain Temple. From Saturday onwards, daily discourses by Muni Shri will be held at Station Jain Temple at 8:30 AM.

(SDNA) Special News Report