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In the serene village of Ner, a precious jewel graces the hearts of devotees—the nearly 50 cm high, black-colored idol of Bhagwan Manovanchhit Parshwanath, seated gracefully in the Padmasana posture beneath an exquisite umbrella adorned with seven hoods. This sacred site holds not just an idol but a tale steeped in history.
Legend whispers that this venerable idol of Manovanchhit Parshwanath, now residing in the city of Ner, embarked on its journey from Burhanpur. Despite its age of over 500 years, the idol, delicate and well-shaped, emanates a timeless allure, appearing remarkably new. A testament to its name, Manovanchhit Parshwanath, this idol possesses the power to dispel unfulfilled desires and discontent, becoming a cherished ornament of the city.
Burhanpur, once adorned with 18 Jain temples, witnessed a bygone era of prosperity. Today, only a single Jain temple remains, preserving the heritage of the past. Many idols from the temples of Burhanpur found new homes in different Jain temples across India, each worshipped with unwavering faith. Among these sacred idols, the Manovanchhit Parshwanath idol journeyed to Ner.
As time wove its tapestry, the original temple housing the idol aged gracefully. In the year 1988 of the Vikram era, the sangha, under the auspices of Panyaspravar Shri Surendravijayji Ganivar, orchestrated the renovation and re-installation of the idol. A fair, drawing participants from non-Jain communities, is held on the eleventh day of the bright half of the month of Falgun.
Within the sacred enclave of Ner, no other temple vies for attention. The simplicity of the tirth stands as a gateway to Maharashtra (Khandesh) from Gujarat for Jain Sadhus and Sadhvis during Vihar. A halting place of tranquil beauty, this tirth finds favor among Sadhus journeying through its embrace.
Guiding pilgrims to Ner, the nearest railway station of Dhulia stands 27 kms away. Ner is a vital stop on the bus route between Dhulia and Surat, with Surat positioned at a distance of 200 kms. Bus services and private vehicles facilitate the journey. Dharamshala and Bhojanshala facilities extend warm hospitality, and an upashraya provides additional sanctity.
References to Manovanchhit Parshwanath grace the pages of "Shri 108 Parshwanath Chand." Besides Ner, an idol of Manovanchhit Parshwanath resides in Jiravala Tirth, Kareda Tirth, and Kalikund Parshwanath temple in Santacruz, Mumbai. The sanctity of this Tirth echoes with the footsteps of esteemed Acharyas, including Acharya Shri Yashodevsurishvarji, Acharya Shri Bhuvanbhanusurishvarji, Acharya Shri Jayantsurishvarji, Acharya Shri Vikramsurishvarji, and Acharya Shri Raiwatsurishvarji.
For those seeking solace and spiritual resonance, the Shri Manovanchhit Parshwanath Jain Shwetambar Murtipujak Sangh at Post: Ner – 424303, District: Dhulia, State: Maharashtra, India, beckons as a haven of devotion.
