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In the quaint village of Sirodi, Rajasthan, lies an ancient and less-celebrated tirth dedicated to the divine presence of Bhagwan Sirodiya Parshwanath. The Mulnayak, a nearly 90 cm high, parikara-adorned, white-colored idol of Bhagwan Sirodiya Parshwanath, sits in the Padmasana posture beneath an umbrella of seven hoods.
This spiritually significant tirth, shrouded in the antiquity of Rajasthan, lacks widespread fame, with its historical details limited to scriptural accounts. Records indicate a renovation around the year 1500 of the Vikram era, and the most recent restoration occurred under the guidance of His Holiness Acharyadev Shrimadvijay Premsurishvarji in 2018 of the Vikram era. The divine countenance of Godi Parshwanath, as Sirodiya Parshwanath is affectionately known, captivates devotees with its allure and divinity.
The tranquil village of Sirodi boasts only this temple, with no other shrines gracing its surroundings. The artistic and sculptural brilliance shines through the idol of Parshwanath in this temple, reflecting the infinite beauty of the soul. The idol mirrors the three phases of human life each day: a child in the morning, a youth at noon, and an old man in the evening.
For those seeking this hidden gem, the nearest railway station is Abu Road, located 60 km away. The Diyana tirth is the closest, at a distance of 19 km. Transportation options include bus services and private vehicles, with Dharamshala and Bhojanshala facilities available on-site. Additionally, Bhairutarak Dham and Pavapuri Jeev Maitri Dham, constructed recently, flank this sacred tirth on either side.
The mention of Sirodiya Parshwanath can be found in various scriptures, including "Tirthmala," "365 Shri Parshvajin Naammala," and "108 Naamgarbhit Shri Parshwanath Stavan." Furthermore, an idol of Sirodiya Parshwanath graces the Kalikund Parshwanath temple in Santacruz, Mumbai.
Pilgrims are invited to explore the spiritual tranquility of the Shri Sirodiya (Godiji) Parshwanath Shwetambar Jain Tirth, located in Sirodi (Moti), via Anadara, Taluk Devdar, Station Abu Road, District Sirodi, Rajasthan, India.
