Kharatara Gaccha
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History
Origin
It was founded by Vardhamana Suri[2] (till 1031). His teacher was a temple-dwelling monk. He rejected him because of not following texts.[1] His pupil, Jineshvara, got honorary title 'Kharatara' (Sharp witted or Fierce) because he defeated Suracharya, leader of Chaityavasis in public debate in 1023 at Anahilvada Patan. So the Gaccha got his title.[2] Another tradition regards Jinadatta Suri (1075-1154) as a founder of Gaccha.[2][3]
Well known ascetics
- Jinavallabha realised the difference between texts and words of teachers and put emphasis on sacred texts in Kharatara doctrine in the eleventh century. He wrote the Crown of Assembly.[1]
- Jinadatta Suri is the most famous ascetic of Gaccha who won converts in Sindh. After his death at Ajmer, a monument was erected there and the place is known as Dadabari.[1]
- Jinakushala Suri (1279–1331) gained many converts in western India.[1]
- Jinachandra Suri (1537–1612) visited Lahore in 1591, where he convinced Akbar to stop Muslim attack on Jain temples.[1]
Doctrines
Kharatara ascetics follow every word of the sacred texts. They follow basic Shvetambara canon and works of other Kharatara teachers.[1]
Adherents
Ascetics: 193 nuns, 19 monks in 1986 [1] or 50-75 monks and 300 nuns [2]
Main Centre
Rajasthan[1] and West Bengal.[2]
See also
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