Answer

In Jain tradition, a rajoharan is normally made by skilled Jain laypeople or trusted artisans under the guidance of Jain sādhus, sādhvīs, or knowledgeable members of the sangh.

It is not treated as an ordinary object. For Jain monks and nuns, the rajoharan is a sacred article connected with ahiṁsā, because it is used to gently remove tiny living beings before sitting, walking, or placing items.

Who Makes a Rajoharan?

Traditionally, a rajoharan may be made by:

• Experienced Jain śrāvaks or śrāvikās who know the correct method
• Artisans connected with Jain sanghs
• Members of Jain upāśrays or derasars who prepare items for sādhu-sādhvī bhagwants
• People instructed by a guru, gacch, or sampradāy tradition

The exact material, size, and method can differ according to Jain tradition, especially between different sects and monastic lineages.

How to Get One Made

The best way is:

• Ask at your local Jain upāśray, derasar, or sangh.
• Speak to a knowledgeable sādhu, sādhvī, or senior śrāvak/śrāvikā.
• Ask whether your tradition has a specific method or approved person who makes rajoharans.
• If it is for a monk or nun, do not make it casually; follow the instruction of their guru or sangh.

Important Note

If the rajoharan is intended for sādhu-sādhvī bhagwants, it should be made only according to their monastic discipline and tradition. It is best not to prepare or offer one without proper guidance, because rules may vary by sampradāy and gacch.

Takeaway

A rajoharan should be obtained through a Jain sangh, upāśray, or guru’s guidance, not as an ordinary handmade item. Its purpose is deeply connected with Jain ahiṁsā and reverence for all living beings.