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In short

Aryika Shri 105 Chandnamati Mataji, titled Pragyashramni, is a Digambara Jain Aryika, scholar, and devoted disciple of Ganini Pramukh Gyanmati Mataji. A prolific writer and poetess, she is renowned for her Hindi commentary on the ancient Shatkhandagam Granth, as well as devotional Jain bhajans.

Pragya Shramni

Aryika Shri 105 Chandnamati Mataji

प्रज्ञाश्रमणी आर्यिका श्री १०५ चंदनामती माताजी

A profound scholar, prolific writer, and the devoted disciple of Ganini Pramukh Gyanmati Mataji. Renowned for her Hindi commentary on the ancient Shatkhandagam Granth.

Aryika Chandnamati Mataji
Pragya Shramni

The embodiment of wisdom and devotion.

Scholar Author Poetess

Life Journey

Early Life
  • Birth Date: 18th May 1958
  • Tithi: Jyestha Krishna Amavasya
  • Place: Tikaitnagar, Dist. Barabanki (U.P.)
Spiritual Vows
  • Brahmacharya Vrat: 1971 (Sugandh Dashmi) at Ajmer
  • Aryika Diksha: 13th August 1989 (Shravan Shukla 11)
  • Place: Jambudweep, Hastinapur
  • Guru: Ganini Pramukh Gyanmati Mataji
Literary Contributions

She is a prolific writer known for making complex Jain philosophy accessible to the masses. Her key works include:

  • Shatkhandagam Hindi Teeka: A monumental task of translating and explaining the ancient scripture in Hindi.
  • Jain Philosophy Books: Numerous books simplifying Jain tenets.
  • Devotional Literature: Author of various Pooja-Vidhan and soulful Bhajans.

Frequently Asked Questions

Insights into the life of Pragya Shramni Chandnamati Mataji.

Aryika Chandnamati Mataji is a highly respected Digambara Jain nun and scholar. She holds the title of "Pragya Shramni" and is the prime disciple of Ganini Pramukh Gyanmati Mataji. She is celebrated for her literary works and devotion.

Her most significant contribution is the Hindi commentary (Teeka) of the Shatkhandagam Granth. While her Guru completed the Sanskrit commentary, Chandnamati Mataji worked on the Hindi translation to make this profound scripture understandable for the common Hindi-speaking populace.

She took Aryika Diksha on August 13, 1989 (Shravan Shukla 11), at the holy pilgrimage site of Jambudweep, Hastinapur. Her initiation was conducted by Pujya Ganini Shri Gyanmati Mataji.

"Pragya" means wisdom or intellect, and "Shramni" refers to a nun who strives on the spiritual path. Thus, Pragya Shramni signifies a nun who possesses exceptional wisdom and intellect, a title apt for her scholarly contributions.
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