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How to do dhyaan and what is the significance of dhyaan
In Jain Dharma, dhyaan means deep inner concentration of the mind on the soul, purity, and spiritual truth.
How to do dhyaan
- Choose a quiet and clean place
- Sit in a peaceful place where disturbance is less.
- Sit in a stable posture
- Sit calmly, with the body still and balanced. - Keep the back straight.
- Calm the mind
- Slowly reduce wandering thoughts. - Let the mind become शांत and स्थिर.
- Focus on the right object
In Jain dhyaan, the best focus is: - the pure nature of the soul - the Navkar Mantra - the qualities of the Tirthankars - forgiveness, non-violence, detachment, and truth
- Avoid harmful thoughts
- Do not allow thoughts of anger, greed, pride, or deceit. - These disturb dhyaan and bind karma.
- Practice regularly
- Dhyaan becomes strong by daily practice. - Even a few minutes daily, with sincerity, is beneficial.
Significance of dhyaan
Dhyaan is very important in Jainism because:
- It purifies the mind.
- It helps reduce karma-bondage.
- It develops equanimity and inner peace.
- It strengthens self-control and detachment.
- It brings the soul closer to its true pure nature.
- It is a direct support on the path of moksha.
Four kinds of dhyaan in Jainism
- Arta dhyaan
- Meditation filled with pain, sorrow, or disturbance.
- Raudra dhyaan
- Meditation filled with anger, violence, or harmful intent.
- Dharma dhyaan
- Holy meditation on truth, soul, karma, and spiritual discipline.
- Shukla dhyaan
- The highest pure meditation, free from attachment and hatred.
Among these, dharma dhyaan and shukla dhyaan are spiritually uplifting, while arta and raudra should be avoided.
Simple Jain way to begin
You may start with:- Navkar Mantra
- breathing calmly
- remembering the soul’s purity
- sitting in silence for a few minutes
The main aim of dhyaan in Jainism is not just relaxation, but self-purification and liberation of the soul.
If you want, I can also give you a 5-minute Jain dhyaan practice in simple steps.
