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In the quaint village of Bhansaal, nestled in the district of Jamnagar in Saurashtra, stands a magnificent shrine housing a nearly 50 cms. high white-colored idol of Bhagwan Saptfana Parshwanath in the Padmasana posture, adorned with an umbrella of 7 hoods.
The historical tapestry of Bhansaal unravels in the 16th century when affluent Jains from Paarkar Desh migrated and found a new home in this village. Among them were the illustrious Shresthis, Raisi Shah and Vardhaman Shah, whose opulent business ventures totaled in crores. Fueled by deep devotion, these Shresthis undertook the construction of a captivating temple in V.S.1540, gracing it with idols of numerous Thirthankaras. One such idol, the focal point of reverence, was that of Parshwanath Bhagwan adorned with 7 enchanting hoods, aptly named Saptfana Parshwanath.
A unique annual ritual unfolds on the 13th day of the dark half of the month of Ashwin, where a flag is ceremoniously hoisted. Legends echo the spiritual resonance of the village, recounting the remarkable tale of Sadhvi Sangyashashriji, who, despite being in Ahmedabad, breathed her last while ardently praying to the Saptfana Parshwanath Bhagwan of her native Bhansaal. A miraculous occurrence transpired that very evening when the temple's Pujari witnessed her worshipping the idol in Bhansaal.
Bhansaal, situated 24 kms. from Jamnagar, stands as a testament to faith with only one Jain household. The village hosts an Upashraya and a Panjrapole. Nearby, the city of Jamnagar boasts many renowned temples, including the Navanagar tirth of Neminath Bhagwan, located 3 kms. away, worshipped by Krishna and Baldev, cousins of Bhagwan Neminath.
The spiritual legacy of Saptfana Parshwanath is inscribed in scriptures such as "365 Shri Parshva Jin Naammala," "Shri Parshvanath Naammala," and "108 Naam Garbhit Shri Parshvanath Stavan." The sacred trust overseeing the divine abode is the Shri Saptfana Parshwanath Shwetambar Jain Tirth in Panjrapole, Post: Moti Bhansaal, District: Jamnagar, Gujarat-361 012. For inquiries, contact 0288-2610244.
