Tum darishan sukhkar rushabh jin tum darishan sukhkra, tum darishan thi samkit pragte, nij gunruddhi udar
You have shared a line from a Jain devotional hymn (stavan/stuti) dedicated to Bhagwan Rushabhdev (also known as Adinath), the first Tirthankara of Jainism. This stavan expresses deep reverence and devotion towards the Tirthankara, highlighting the bliss and spiritual upliftment that comes from having his darshan (holy vision).
Meaning and Context:
- "Tum darishan sukhkar Rushabh Jin": Oh Lord Rushabhdev, your darshan (sight/vision) brings happiness.
- "Tum darishan sukhkara": Your darshan is the cause of happiness.
- "Tum darishan thi samkit pragte": From your darshan, right faith (Samyak Darshan or Samkit) arises.
- "Nij gunruddhi udar": Which leads to the growth of one’s own virtues.
Explanation in Jain Philosophy: In Jainism, the darshan of a Tirthankara is considered highly auspicious. It is believed that seeing or meditating upon the image of a Tirthankara can ignite right faith (Samyak Darshan) within the devotee, which is the first step on the path to liberation (moksha). Right faith is essential for realizing the true nature of the soul and progressing towards spiritual purity.
Devotional hymns like these are sung by Jains to express gratitude, seek blessings, and stay inspired on their spiritual journey. They remind practitioners of the ideals embodied by the Tirthankaras and encourage the cultivation of virtues (gunas) such as non-violence, truth, and detachment.
If you wish to know more about the meaning, context, or significance of such stavans, or about Bhagwan Rushabhdev, please let me know!