सपनों से निकलते सपने

Summary

The article reflects on the nature of dreams and their realization, distinguishing between dreams seen in sleep and those envisioned in a waking state. It recounts a specific dream experienced by a woman in January 1990, where a radiant man scattered pearls from a silver vessel. The author interprets this dream as symbolizing Acharya Shri Tulsi, the supreme guide, sowing the pearls of training and practice into the field of the fourfold religious order. The text praises Acharya Shri Tulsi as a great dreamer whose visions are not products of the subconscious but conscious, deliberate plans. His resolve is described as unbreakable, enabling him to overcome obstacles and turn aspirations into reality. His leadership simultaneously manages numerous activities, including the training of monks and nuns, development of their writing and speaking skills, child education, the Jain Vishva Bharati University, promoting ethical conduct, international nonviolence training, and editing Agam literature. Several of Acharya Shri's unfulfilled dreams are detailed. One is the creation of spiritually scientific personalities, which requires more time and effort. Another involves harmonizing the absolute and practical viewpoints in the lives of monks and nuns. A significant dream is the expansion of the Saman order, a bridge between monks and laypeople, with a proposal for students and social workers to accept temporary Saman initiation for at least a year. Other aspirations include the systematic propagation of Jainism abroad through long-term plans, and the establishment of Jain unity where all sects jointly promote fundamental principles while preserving their distinct traditions. The article also mentions the desire for Jain Vishva Bharati to be a unique university focused on personality development, nonviolent social structure, and training in Preksha meditation, with all staff adhering to anuvrat vows.