Acharya Shri 108 Saurabh Sagar Ji Maharaj

Acharya Shri 108 Bal Saurabh Sagar Ji Maharaj is a revered ascetic belonging to the Digambara monastic tradition of Jainism. Fully embodying the 28 Mula Gunas (primary ascetic virtues), Mahavratas, and Bhagwan Mahavira's timeless doctrine of Ahimsa (non-violence) and Aparigraha (non-possession), they are venerated widely across the global Jain community.

Born in the secular world on Oct 22, 1970 at Jaspur. Their pre-monastic childhood name was 'Surendra Jain'. They were born into a pious Digambara household to father Shri Shri. Shripal Jain Patni and mother Smt. Chandraprabha Jain Patni, whose deep spiritual values laid the foundation for their future renunciation.

Realizing the transient nature of worldly pursuits, they renounced worldly possessions to embrace the rigorous Digambara ascetic vows. On Jun 27, 1988 at Andesjwar parasnath, they were initiated into the preliminary Kshullak/Ailak vows. Subsequently, on Sep 21, 1994 at Itawa, Uttar Pradesh, India, under the sacred auspices of Guru Acharya Shri 108 Pushpadant Sagar Ji Maharaj, they received the sublime Digambara Muni Diksha.

Adhering strictly to the Digambara monastic code of pedestrian travel (pad-vihar without shoes or motorized transport), Pujya Shri has successfully observed 35 sacred rainy-season Chaturmas retreats across multiple Indian states spanning from 1986 to 2026. Their untiring vihar on foot has inspired thousands of devotees to adopt non-violence, truth, and spiritual self-discipline.

As a spiritual preceptor, they have initiated over 1 monastic disciples (Munis, Aryikas, and tyagis), fostering the growth of the Digambara ascetic order. Their discourses and daily guidance serve as a profound beacon of wisdom for seekers on the spiritual path.

Currently, Pujya Saurabh Sagar is residing at Jain Mandir, Krishna Nagar, Delhi, India for spiritual discourse and vihar, where devotees gather for daily darshan, pure aahar-charya observances, and scriptural discourses.