Answer

No, that understanding is not correct in the traditional Jain sense.

The Uvasaggaharam Stotra is a respected Jain stotra dedicated to Bhagwan Parshvanath, the 23rd Tirthankar. It is traditionally recited for removal of obstacles, protection from difficulties, and strengthening faith.

It is not meant as a prayer to devtas to “not create problems.”

Explanation

The word “Uvasaggaharam” means “that which removes upasarga” — obstacles, afflictions, troubles, or disturbances.

In Jain tradition:

• The main object of devotion in this stotra is Bhagwan Parshvanath.
• It also respectfully mentions protective deities connected with Bhagwan Parshvanath, such as Dharanendra and Padmavati Devi, according to traditional belief.
• However, Jain devotion does not mean asking deities to control our karma or replace spiritual effort.

In Jain Dharma, Tirthankars are not worshipped as worldly problem-solvers. They are worshipped as perfected souls who show the path of liberation. The benefit of reciting stotras comes through:

• faith,
• purity of mind,
• remembrance of Arihants,
• calming of fear and negativity,
• and strengthening right spiritual orientation.

Spiritual Understanding

If someone says, “Do not recite it because it is for devtas,” that is an incomplete understanding.

In Jain Dharma, we may respectfully acknowledge certain shasan dev-devis, but our highest refuge is always:

• Arihant Bhagwan,
• Siddha Bhagwan,
• Sadhu-Sadhvi Bhagwant,
• and the true Dharma.

So, reciting Uvasaggaharam Stotra with right faith and humility is considered spiritually appropriate in Jain tradition.

Takeaway

You may recite Uvasaggaharam Stotra respectfully. Do not recite it with fear of devtas or superstition. Recite it with devotion toward Bhagwan Parshvanath, inner purity, and faith in Jain Dharma.