Answer

When a Jain monk or nun passes away, it is respectful to say:

“They attained Devlok.”

or

“Gurudev / Sadhviji has left the body and attained a higher spiritual state.”

In Jain tradition, we generally avoid saying only “died” in a casual way for a sadhu or sadhvi.

Explanation

For a Jain monk, you may say:

• “Muniraj Shri attained Devlok.”
• “Gurudev has completed this life’s journey.”
• “May we remember their teachings and follow the path of Dharma.”

For a Jain nun, you may say:

• “Sadhviji Maharaj attained Devlok.”
• “Mataji has left the body.”
• “May their life of renunciation inspire us.”

Spiritual Understanding

In Jain Dharma, the soul is eternal. The body passes away, but the soul continues its journey according to its karma. For monks and nuns who live lives of renunciation, discipline, samyam, and tapasya, we speak with deep reverence.

Takeaway

A respectful Jain way to express it is:

“Gurudev / Sadhviji Maharaj attained Devlok. May their teachings continue to guide us.”