Invoke divine grace and inner awakening with the Bhaktamar Stotra, presented in the timeless Pandulipi (manuscript) style. Composed by Acharya Manatunga in praise of Bhagwan Adinath, this sacred hymn is revered for its power to dissolve obstacles and invite spiritual protection.
Handmade from flowers once offered in Derasar's, this scripture unites sustainability with devotion, giving sacred offerings a new life. Compact and elegant, it brings the sacred verses into your daily paath and meditation practice, perfect as a prayer companion or a meaningful gift of faith. Wrapped in a beautiful blue cloth, it is both devotional and enduring.
For over 1,400 years, the 48 verses of the Bhaktamar Stotra have been recited by Jain devotees to invoke protection, dissolve obstacles, and awaken the soul. Composed in pure devotion by Acharya Manatunga in praise of Bhagwan Adinath — the first Tirthankara — these words have never lost their power.
Sanskrit — 48 Verses
Pandulipi Manuscript Style
Jainism Collection
Wrapped in Blue Devotional Cloth
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Arrives Wrapped in Blue Devotional Cloth
Blue — the colour of calm, contemplation, and the infinite sky — is sacred in the Jain tradition. The cloth protects the scripture and is part of the offering.
The Bhaktamar Stotra is one of the most powerful and revered hymns in the Jain tradition — 48 Sanskrit verses composed by Acharya Manatunga in devotion to Bhagwan Adinath, the first of the 24 Tirthankaras. It is recited for protection against obstacles, illness, and fear, and is among the first prayers a Jain child learns.
Presented in Pandulipi manuscript style, handcrafted from flowers once offered in Jain Derasars, and wrapped in a beautiful blue devotional cloth — it is both an everyday prayer companion and a deeply meaningful gift of faith for any Jain household.
What's in the Box
- 1 × Bhaktamar Stotra scripture in Pandulipi style
- Wrapped in blue devotional cloth
- Dimensions: 15 cm × 5 cm · Weight: 142 gms
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Sacred Sanskrit Verses
All 48 stanzas of the Bhaktamar Stotra, in original sequence, as composed by Acharya Manatunga in praise of Bhagwan Adinath
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The Stotra and Its Power
The Bhaktamar Stotra was composed by Acharya Manatunga while imprisoned — his chains falling away verse by verse as he recited each of the 48 stanzas. This origin is itself a testament to the Stotra's power: it is not merely a hymn of praise but a living prayer said to dissolve any obstacle between the devotee and liberation.
The text praises Bhagwan Adinath's qualities — his infinite knowledge, his perfect calm, his complete freedom from all karma — and in doing so, invites the reciter to aspire to those same qualities within themselves. Every recitation is both a prayer and an aspiration.
Inspired by Kalpasutra and Gahuli
The design and presentation of this scripture draws from two ancient Jain illustrated manuscript traditions: the Kalpasutra — a sacred biographical text of the Tirthankaras — and the Gahuli, a style of Jain folk illustration. These traditions represent some of the oldest surviving examples of devotional art on the Indian subcontinent. Saloni Shah's work honours both the visual grammar and the deep reverence of those ancient scribes.
From Derasar Offering to Sacred Text
The flowers that form the material of this scripture were collected from Jain Derasars — offered before the Tirthankara images by devotees in daily puja. After worship, these offerings are gathered by Pushpam artisans, dried, processed, and shaped into the flower-composite pages and body of the scripture.
A prayer receives the text. The text is made from prayer.
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Saloni Shah
Master Craftsperson · Pushpam Collective
Art Inspiration: Kalpasutra & Gahuli — ancient Jain illustrated manuscript traditions
Key Features
All 48 Verses — Complete Stotra
Every stanza of the Bhaktamar Stotra in Sanskrit, in original sequence as composed by Acharya Manatunga
In Praise of Bhagwan Adinath
Devoted entirely to the first Tirthankara — the most foundational figure in the Jain spiritual tradition
Pandulipi Manuscript Style
Honouring the ancient scribal tradition in which Jain sacred texts were first preserved for generations
Kalpasutra & Gahuli Inspired
Design rooted in two of the oldest surviving Jain illustrated manuscript traditions on the subcontinent
Upcycled Jain Derasar Flowers
Pages crafted from flowers offered before Tirthankara images in daily Derasar puja
Wrapped in Blue Devotional Cloth
Blue — sacred in the Jain tradition — protects the scripture and makes it gift-ready without any extra wrapping
Artist: Saloni Shah · Pushpam Collective
Crafted under the guidance of Saloni Shah, whose work blends devotion, sustainability, and artisan tradition
Compact · 15 cm × 5 cm · 142 gms
Sized to sit on a pooja shelf, travel in a bag, or accompany you to the Derasar every morning
795
gms recycled
Average flower material upcycled per scripture
2,227
gms CO₂ saved
Average carbon emissions avoided
100%
Derasar sourced
Authentic Jain temple flower origin
Specifications
| Dimensions |
15 cm × 5 cm |
| Weight |
142 gms |
| Material |
Upcycled Jain Derasar Flowers |
| Language |
Sanskrit |
| Art Inspiration |
Kalpasutra & Gahuli |
| Artist |
Saloni Shah |
| Collection |
Jainism |
| Packaging |
Blue devotional cloth wrap |
Use & Care
How to Use
- Recite daily during morning puja or evening prayers
- Place on your pooja shelf or meditation space
- Carry to Derasar, satsang, or on pilgrimage
- Gift for Paryushan, Mahavir Jayanti, Diwali, or any Jain occasion
Care Guide
- Keep away from sunlight, moisture, and heat at all times
- Handle with clean, dry hands only
- Wipe gently with a soft cloth when needed
- Store wrapped in the blue cloth to protect from dust and humidity
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Before you ask, We have answered!
How many verses does this scripture contain?
All 48 Sanskrit verses of the complete Bhaktamar Stotra are included, presented in their original composition sequence as established by Acharya Manatunga. Nothing is abridged or omitted.
What is the significance of the blue cloth wrapping?
Blue is considered a sacred colour in the Jain tradition — associated with calm, deep contemplation, and the celestial qualities that practitioners aspire toward. The cloth also protects the flower-composite material from dust and moisture during storage, making it both devotional and practical.
Is this only for Jain devotees?
The Bhaktamar Stotra is a Jain text and carries the deepest meaning for those on the Jain path. However, it is also appreciated by those interested in Sanskrit devotional literature, sustainable sacred objects, and Indian manuscript traditions more broadly.
Is this suitable as a Paryushan gift?
Paryushan is the most natural occasion for this gift. It is also deeply meaningful for Mahavir Jayanti, a child's first initiation into prayer, a newly married Jain couple's home, or any occasion where devotion and faith are being celebrated.
Is the text written by hand or printed?
The text is precision-printed in Pandulipi style, faithfully reproducing the manuscript form of the original composition. It is not hand-calligraphed on each individual copy, but the design is a faithful and respectful reproduction of the ancient scribal manuscript tradition.
