Acharya Shri 108 Vivek Sagar Ji Maharaj

Acharya Shri 108 Vivek 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 Vivek Sagar Ji Maharaj was born in the secular world on Oct 13, 1972 at Ghisauli, Uttar Pradesh, India . Their pre-monastic childhood name was 'Rishabh Kumar'. They were born into a pious Digambara household to father Shri Premchandra Jain and mother Shrimati Kasturi Bai Jain, whose deep spiritual values laid the foundation for their future renunciation. Prior to renunciation, they completed their education in Matric.

Realizing the transient nature of worldly pursuits, they renounced worldly possessions to embrace the rigorous Digambara ascetic vows. On Nov 1, 1990 at Sonagiri Jain Temple, SONAGIR, Bhadona, Madhya Pradesh, India, they were initiated into the preliminary Kshullak/Ailak vows. Subsequently, on Jul 25, 1993 at Shikharji, Parasnath Hill, Jharkhand, under the sacred auspices of Guru Acharya Shri 108 Sumati Sagar Ji Maharaj (Chani), they received the sublime Digambara Muni Diksha. In recognition of their profound scriptural knowledge, ascetic discipline, and sangha leadership, on Aug 31, 1996 at Kotma, Madhya Pradesh, 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 5 sacred rainy-season Chaturmas retreats across multiple Indian states spanning from 2007 to 2025. 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 3 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 Vivek Sagar is residing at Ghantaghar, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India for spiritual discourse and vihar, where devotees gather for daily darshan, pure aahar-charya observances, and scriptural discourses.