पूत के पांव पालने में

Summary

The text discusses the concept that future events often reveal themselves in advance, illustrated by a Rajasthani proverb about recognizing a child's potential from infancy. This is applied to the Terapanth sect, where the future greatness of its acharyas was frequently foreshadowed before they assumed leadership. The founder, Acharya Bhikshu, was born in 1726. After losing his father in childhood and his wife later, he sought permission to renounce the world. His mother initially refused, recalling a dream of a lion at his birth, which she believed meant he would be a king. Acharya Raghunathji convinced her that a saint is greater than a king, and she consented. Acharya Bhikshu chose Muni Bharmalji as his successor, recognizing his capability. Acharya Bharmalji then designated Muni Raychandji as his successor, stating he would handle the responsibility. Acharya Raychandji similarly chose Muni Jitmalji. For Acharya Maghwa, a series of sneezes during his initiation led Rishiray to predict he would be a leader and succeed Acharya Jitmalji. Acharya Manak was chosen by Jayacharya, but he died prematurely without naming a successor. The sangh then selected Muni Dalmuni, who became Acharya Dalgani. He later identified Muni Kalugani as his successor, a choice foreshadowed by a devotee's announcement of a child's birth who would become a powerful acharya. Acharya Kalugani groomed Muni Tulsi, who became the ninth acharya at age 22. Acharya Tulsi designated Muni Nathmal as his successor, bestowing the title Acharya Mahaprajna. Finally, Acharya Tulsi indicated that Muni Mudit, later Yuva Acharya Mahashraman, would have a bright future, with remaining tasks to be completed by Acharya Mahaprajna. The text concludes that the Terapanth's promising future was consistently indicated in