Acharya Shri 108 Vimarsh Sagar Ji Maharaj

Acharya Shri 108 Vimarsh 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.

Prior to renunciation, Acharya Shri 108 Vimarsh Sagar Ji Maharaj was born in the secular world on Nov 15, 1973 at Tikamgarh, Madhya Pradesh, India . Their pre-monastic childhood name was 'Shri Rakesh Kumar Jain'. They were born into a pious Digambara household to father Shri Shri Sanat Kumar Jain and mother Shrimati Smt. Bhagwati Devi Jain, 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 Feb 23, 1996 at Devendra Nagar, Madhya Pradesh, India, they were initiated into the preliminary Kshullak/Ailak vows. Subsequently, on Dec 14, 1998 at Baraso, Madhya Pradesh, India, under the sacred auspices of Guru Acharya Shri 108 Virag Sagar Ji Maharaj (Anklikar), they received the sublime Digambara Muni Diksha. In recognition of their profound scriptural knowledge, ascetic discipline, and sangha leadership, on Dec 12, 2010 at Banswara, Rajasthan, India, they were conferred the supreme leadership title of 'Acharya'.

Adhering strictly to the Digambara monastic code of pedestrian travel (pad-vihar without shoes or motorized transport), Pujya Shri has successfully observed 4 sacred rainy-season Chaturmas retreats across multiple Indian states spanning from 2015 to 2026. 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.

Currently, Pujya Vimarsh Sagar is residing at Lal Mandir Shri Digambar Jain Atishay Kshetra, Netaji Subhash Marg, opposite Red Fort, Chandni Chowk, Delhi, India for spiritual discourse and vihar, where devotees gather for daily darshan, pure aahar-charya observances, and scriptural discourses.