The Fourfold Dana (Chaturvidha Dana)
The Four Pillars of Digambara Socio-Economy: Food, Medicine, Knowledge & Protection
Purification of Householder Wealth through Non-Commercial Dana
In Digambara Jainism, ascetics are strictly Nirgrantha (possessionless) and touch zero money. The preservation of temples, pilgrim healthcare, animal sanctuaries, and sacred scriptures is maintained exclusively by lay devotees through the Fourfold Gift.
Aahara Dana (Food & Nourishment)
Pure once-daily nourishment for walking Digambara ascetics (Prasuk Aahar) and subsidized community dining halls for pilgrims.
Aushadha Dana (Healing & Healthcare)
Charitable super-speciality hospitals, cancer research centers, dialysis units, and emergency Kshetra first-aid centers.
Jnana Dana (Scriptural Wisdom & Education)
Preservation of ancient palm-leaf manuscripts (Dhavala), publication of canonical scriptures, and free residential Gurukuls.
Abhaya Dana (Sanctuary & Wildlife Welfare)
Lifelong sanctuary for rescued cattle across 500+ Dayodaya shelters, dedicated Mayurshalas for ethical molt gathering, and non-violent Ahimsa handloom textiles.
Historic Philanthropists & Confidential Social Safety Nets
From the pioneering boarding hostels of Seth Manikchand and Sir Seth Hukamchand to 18,500+ monthly pensioner households and the 10,500 Santhal porter welfare compact.
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