Satsang Shibirs
“Satsang is the Guru’s invitation to the land of bliss, beyond the duality of mind.”
Satsang Shibirs or wisdom retreats are held one weekend every month at the Dharampur Ashram. Every year, Pujya Gurudevshri unravels the spiritual treasures from a chosen sacred text, in these retreats.
Over the years, texts have belonged to different traditions. Every shibir includes three to four enriching satsangs along with meditation, bhakti and yoga.
Come and join this course of study.
You are invited to stir your core self
and bring a fullness to your life.
Benefits
Shrimad Rajchandra
Ashram
Shrimad Rajchandra Marg, Dharampur,
Valsad, Gujarat (Directions)
Weekend Retreats, once a month
Reach: Fri after
Dinner
Leave: Sun after
Lunch
Free Entry
Registration required
Lodging fees as per choice of accommodation
Open for all over 12 years of age
Parents and caretakers with children are designated a separate area, Kids’ Corner, to view the discourse
Scriptures Expounded
Pujya Gurudevshri’s discourses have revealed the hidden treasures of great texts, from Shri Uttaradhyayan Sutra to Shrimad Bhagavad Gita.
Jain Texts
Shri Uttaradhyayan Sutra
Bhagwan Mahavir’s final sermon offers the essence into the fundamental doctrines of Jainism, packed with narratives that foster spirituality.
Swayambhustotra
Composed by one of the foremost Acharyas from the Jain legacy, Swami Shri Samantbhadracharya, Swayambhustotra is a collection of 24 cherished compositions, one dedicated to each of the 24 Tirthankar Bhagwans.
Shri Simandharswamine Vinantiroop 125 Gathanu Stavan
A powerful scripture written by Upadhyayshri Yashovijayji Maharaj in the
form of a devotional correspondence with the Lord. Explains the essence of
Jain religion with great clarity and simplicity.
Shri Bhaktamar Stotra
Recited as a prayer and sung as a hymn, the famous Jain prayer, an ode to Bhagwan Rushabhdeva, was composed by Acharya Manatunga.
Shri Atmasiddhi Shastra
Shrimad Rajchandraji’s epic composition is a spiritual encyclopedia summarising the essence of all scriptures in 142 verses.
Yogdrashtisamucchay
Illustrating the eight stages of development of the soul on the spiritual journey, this scripture is a Jain jewel.
Other Texts
Shrimad Bhagavad Gita
Pujya Gurudevshri reveals the deep meanings that lay within the immortal dialogue between Shri Krishna and His beloved devotee, Arjuna.
Kathopanishad
Kathopanishad is an extravaganza of spiritual knowledge in the form of a conversation between Nachiketa and Yamraj (God of death).
Vivekchudamani
A poignant dialogue between the Sadguru and the disciple; delivering wisdom from which to discriminate between the real and the unreal.
Shri Yogavasishtha Maharamayana
A prolific text composed by renowned Saint Valmiki, structured as a philosophical dialogue between Sage Vasishtha and Shri Rama.
Shri Ashtavakra Gita
A classic work expounding subtle philosophical truths in the form of a lucid dialogue between Ashtavakra and his disciple King Janak.
Narad Bhakti Sutra
Venerated within the traditions of Hinduism, this text details the process and importance of devotion by well-known sage, Narada.
Mohmudgar
Pujya Gurudevshri thrashes the force of delusion with the inspiring verses of Bhaj Govindam, composed by Sri Adi Shankaracharya.
Gangasati's Bhajans
Pujya Gangasati, a saint poet of Gujarat, composed highly elevating spiritual folk songs. Every bhajan contains profound teachings on bhakti, grace and the sadguru.
Paryushan Pravachanmalas
The monarch of Jain festivals, Paryushan Mahaparva symbolises the opportunity to converge closer to the true self from all directions.
Designed for seekers to accelerate their spiritual progress, Pujya Gurudevshri has augmented the glory of Paryushan Mahaparva. Since 1992, every year, Pujya Gurudevshri selects a specific spiritual topic and reveals its treasures through a series of stirring discourses in Mumbai.
Today, thousands world over, especially the youth, unite in forging an experiential bond with the Divine through the Paryushan Mahaparva.
Come celebrate this annual spiritual fiesta, revel in the folds of religion, bask in the Master’s presence, and make it an occasion of inner purification.
Festivities of Paryushan
Satsang Series
Snatra Puja
Bhakti and Meditation
Bhagwan Mahavir’s Janma Celebrations
Seeking forgiveness through Samvatsarik Alochana
Tapascharya Parna
Paryushan Pravachanmalas on
Shrimad Rajchandra Vachanamrut
Patrank - 843
Vitragno Dharma Jayvant Varto
May the Dharma of Dispassionate Lords Triumph
Chha Padano Patra (Patrank - 493)
Samyagdarshanna Nivasna Sarvotkrusht Sthanak
Six Fundamental Truths for Self-Realisation