i thought there are mantras of parshvanath bhagwan for wealth and prosperity
Yes, in Jain tradition some devotees do recite Parshvanath Bhagwan’s stotras and mantras for peace, protection, obstacle removal, and prosperity.
But in Jain Dharma, the main purpose of mantra-japa is atma-shuddhi, bhakti, and karmic uplift, not only material wealth. If prosperity comes, it is considered a secondary benefit, not the highest goal.
So the correct Jain understanding is:
- Parshvanath Bhagwan is remembered for bhakti and protection
- Mantra-japa is done with shraddha and purity
- Worldly prosperity may be sought, but without attachment
- Real prosperity in Jainism is dharma, samyagdarshan, and inner peace
If someone recites a Parshvanath mantra only for wealth, Jain teaching would say that true success is reduction of attachment and increase in virtues.
A simple devotional practice is:
- Chant the Namokar Mantra
- Remember Shri Parshvanath Bhagwan with devotion
- Pray for peace, right conduct, and removal of obstacles
In Jainism, punya can support material comfort, but the goal remains moksha, not wealth alone.