Who is the Kuldevi of Digambar Jain Godha Gotra
Kuldevi (family deity) is not fixed for all Godha gotras in Jainism. In Digambar Jain traditions, Kuldevi names are decided by each gotra and family lineage, and can vary by town and derasar. There isn't a single universal Kuldevi for the Digambar Godha gotra.
What is commonly seen for many Jain gotras that are connected to Oswal/Dugar lineages:
- Suswani Mataji is often cited as the Kuldevi for Dugar (Oswal) families, and many of these families also honor Sachiya Mataji more broadly in Oswal communities. This is a commonly referenced pattern in recent community traditions. You can read more here .
How to confirm your own Kuldevi for Godha gotra:
- Check your family records (vahivat/patrika) or derasar inscriptions.
- Ask elder family members or trustees of your ancestral gotra.
- Look at your village or town association’s Kuldevi list for your gotra.
Key note: The ritual focus in Jainism remains on the Tirthankaras; Kuldevi is a protective attendant (Shasan Devi) and devotion should be ahimsa-based and in line with Jain principles. If you want, share your specific town of origin and whether your family follows Digambar or Shwetambar practice, and I can provide the most likely traditional choice used by that lineage.