Muni Shri 108 Tarunsagar Ji Maharaj

Muni Shri 108 Tarunsagar 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.

Prior to renunciation, Muni Shri 108 Tarunsagar Ji Maharaj was born in the secular world on Jun 26, 1967 at Damoh . Their pre-monastic childhood name was 'Tarunsagar'. They were born into a pious Digambara household to father Shri Shri Pratap Chandra Jain and mother Shrimati Shrimati Shanti Bai Jain, whose deep spiritual values laid the foundation for their future renunciation. Prior to renunciation, they completed their education in Middle School.

Realizing the transient nature of worldly pursuits, they renounced worldly possessions to embrace the rigorous Digambara ascetic vows. On Jan 18, 1982 at Akaltara Chhattisgarh India, they were initiated into the preliminary Kshullak/Ailak vows. Subsequently, on Jul 20, 1988 at Bagidora Rajasthan 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 5 sacred rainy-season Chaturmas retreats across multiple Indian states spanning from 2007 to 2017. Their untiring vihar on foot has inspired thousands of devotees to adopt non-violence, truth, and spiritual self-discipline.

Their discourses and daily guidance serve as a profound beacon of wisdom for seekers on the spiritual path.

Pujya Muni Shri 108 Tarunsagar Ji Maharaj attained sacred Sallekhana / Samadhimaran on Sep 1, 2018 at Krishna Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi, India in peaceful spiritual equanimity, shedding the mortal frame to progress towards liberation (Moksha). Their memory continues to illuminate the path for aspirants worldwide.