Answer

Yes, in Jain tradition, doing puja of a Tirthankar is valid when it is done with proper understanding, devotion, and reverence.

However, the puja is not done because the Tirthankar needs worship or gives worldly favors. A Tirthankar is a perfected soul, free from attachment, hatred, and worldly involvement.

Explanation

In Jain Dharma, Tirthankar puja is mainly for the spiritual upliftment of the devotee.

When we worship a Tirthankar, we honor qualities such as:

• Perfect knowledge
• Perfect perception
• Complete detachment
• Infinite compassion
• Freedom from karma
• Liberation

The purpose of puja is to remind ourselves:

• “I should also purify my soul.”
• “I should reduce anger, ego, deceit, and greed.”
• “I should follow the path shown by the Tirthankars.”

Spiritual Understanding

Jain puja is not a request for miracles. It is a practice of humility, devotion, self-purification, and inspiration.

A Tirthankar does not become pleased or displeased like worldly beings. The benefit of puja comes from the devotee’s own pure feelings, faith, discipline, and spiritual reflection.

Takeaway

Tirthankar puja is valid in Jain Dharma when it is performed with right faith and the understanding that we are worshipping the liberated qualities of the Arihant and taking inspiration to walk the path of moksha.