Navkar Mantra (also called Navkar Mantra or Namokar Mantra) is the most significant prayer in Jainism. According to Jain scriptures, reciting or meditating upon the Navkar Mantra brings immense spiritual benefits and leads to the purification of the soul. The mantra itself does not ask for material favors, but it venerates the qualities of the five supreme beings (Arihant, Siddha, Acharya, Upadhyaya, and Sadhu).

Shastriya (scriptural) Example of Navkar Mantra’s Fruits (Phal):

In Jain scriptures, several stories illustrate the power and fruits (phal) obtained from reciting the Navkar Mantra. Here is a classical shastriya example:

King Shripal and Queen Mayanasundari: According to Jain tradition, King Shripal, who was afflicted with leprosy, and his wife Queen Mayanasundari, were advised by a Jain monk to observe the Navpad Oli fasts (connected to the Navkar Mantra) and to regularly recite the Navkar Mantra with devotion. By sincerely following this advice, King Shripal was cured of his disease, and both attained immense spiritual merit and peace.

Scriptural Reference:

• The story is found in the Jain text “Shripal Mayanasundari Rasa” and is often recited in Jain households, especially during the Navpad Oli festival.
• The story’s moral is that reciting the Navkar Mantra with true faith can destroy bad karma, bring peace of mind, and help in spiritual upliftment, as validated by Jain Agamas and commentaries.

Summary: The Jain shastras emphasize that the real fruit (phal) of reciting the Navkar Mantra is spiritual purification, destruction of karmic bondage, and progress towards liberation (moksha). Material gains, if any, are secondary and not the primary purpose.

References:

• “Tattvartha Sutra” by Acharya Umaswati
• “Shripal Mayanasundari Rasa”
• “Navkar Mantra Mahima” (various Jain texts and commentaries)

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