Introduction:

The Jahaj Mandir at MADAVLA in Jalor district of Rajasthan, is in itself a wonderful creation in the history of Jainism . Built in a Ship's shape the temple stands erect magnificently 55 feet in height with marble (makrana) all over. It is first and the only of its kind in the world.

The temple has a great and a very interesting history in it's making.. Jahaj Mandir is located at Mandawala, Jalor district, Rajasthan. On 3 Dec. 1985, Acharya Jin Kanti Suri Ji, the devotee of Acharya Hari Sagar Suri Ji was in Mandawala for four months (chatur-mas). In afternoon he felt uneasy and had fever. He gave all his responsibilities and roles on the shoulders of Gurudev Shri Maniprabhsagarji. On 4 th Dec. Acharya Kanti Suri Ji’s soul departed his body in the morning which was a great loss for all and had a funeral on the following day. Thousands of followers attended the funeral ceremony. At the time of funeral, an astonishing and strange incident took place. Acharya’s right hand flung out and began to sway which was a blessing given by him to all his devotees who were present there. The media also came there to cover that magical incident into their cameras. A huge memorial was decided to be constructed there in the memory of Acharya Jin Kanti Sagar Suri Ji and the trust was made to complete this task. On 32 nd birthday Gurudev Shri Maniprabhsagarji, a huge celebration was organized in Mumbai. On early morning, he visited the temple, got blessings from Shri Mahavir Swami Ji and sung rituals in his melodious voice. From his rituals he got an idea and the Jahaj Mandir was declared and it’s shape would be in the form of ship. He felt very happy and thanked the lords a million times by getting an unexpected gift on his 32 nd birthday.

In 1993, the inauguration ceremony of Shri Shantinath Bhagwan temple and Shri Jin Kanti Sagar Suri Ji temple were held. In 1999, "Anjan-Shalakha" ceremony was organized where 108 saints participated along with 40,000 devotees and followers. On this occasion, 20 renowned personalities of the 20th century got the prestigious award "JIN SHASHAN RATNA" by "Jin Kanti Sagar Suri Smarak Trust". "Parikar-Pratishtha" was also organized on the first anniversary of this temple. 

Importance:

Jahaj Mandir is the only temple which is one of a kind in the world. The construction and beauty of this temple is unparalleled. There are many idols of fourty one inches in height are established in the different corners of the tirth. In 1999, Gurudev Shri Maniprabhsagar Ji did Anjan- Shalaka pratishtha by his honorable hands and ‘Amrit Jharna’ flowed continuously from the idols of Shri Shantinath Bhagwan and Acharya Shri Jin Kantisagarsuriji. Many Jain and Non-Jain devotees visit here. The main idol of Shri Shantinath Bhagwan is made up of five metals which are in golden plated. On the left hand side of the main idol, there is an idol of Vasupujya Bhagwan and on the right hand side of the main idol, there is an idol of shri Adinath Bhagwan. From inside, the view of the temple is very beautiful. The vibes of this temple is so peaceful. There is a park in the complex where children can play.