Parasnath Mountain, called Mini Kashmir in Jharkhand, is the highest mountain in the state. Although all the mountains are special in their own way, but the specialty of Parasnath Mountain is different. It is believed that 20 out of 24 Jain Tirthankaras attained salvation here. Parasnath mountain of Jharkhand is also popular by the name of Sammedji peak. There is immense potential for tourism here, however, after opposition from Jain followers, the Supreme Court ordered not to make it a tourist destination. International Mountain Day is celebrated every year on 11 December. this year’s theme “Restoring Mountain Ecosystems” Has been laid. This means preserving and then contributing to the restoration of the mountain ecosystem. On this special day, we will learn in detail about the most special mountain of Jharkhand, Parasnath.
Heaven in Parasnath!
Parasnath mountains are in Giridih district of Jharkhand, situated at an altitude of about 1365 meters above sea level. To climb and descend the mountain one has to travel a total distance of 27 km. This mountain range is not only the highest mountain of Jharkhand but also of the southern part of the Himalayas. Cold wind blows here throughout the year. When you climb the mountain, there will come a time when you will feel that the sky and the earth are meeting. This scene is quite thrilling. When the wind passing after touching the peak reaches you, it seems as if it wants to say something to you. Due to the cold breeze, you will feel a whisper in your ears, which will make you feel like just listening and feeling it. It would not be wrong to say that if there is heaven anywhere in Jharkhand, it is on Parasnath mountain.
Parasnath mountain is world famous
Parasnath mountain of Jharkhand is famous all over the world. The reasons for this are – Jain religion followers. Actually, Parasnath mountain is a famous pilgrimage site for Jain followers. Every year lakhs of devotees from India and abroad come here. The temple built on the peak of Parasnath is considered to be the oldest temple of Jain people in the world. The date engraved on the stones here is 1785 AD. Parasnath is the only place in the world where 20 Tirthankaras attained salvation. It is described in the scriptures of Jainism that out of the 24 Tirthankaras of Jainism, the first Tirthankara Lord Adinath i.e. Lord Rishabhdev lived on Mount Kailash, the 12th Tirthankara Lord Vasupujya lived in Champapuri, the 22nd Tirthankara Lord Neminath lived on Mount Girnar and the 24th Tirthankara and the last Tirthankara Lord Mahavir attained salvation in Pawapuri located in Bihar. All the other 20 Tirthankaras have attained salvation on the land of Parasnath only. There is a group of temples here related to the same 20 Tirthankaras. That’s why people of Jain religion worship Parasnath. “Door of Salvation” Also say.
meaning of tirthankara
Tirthankar means supreme Jain guru. Such divine men who conquered the senses through their hard work, penance and meditation and advised people to follow the right path. He is known as Tirthankara in Jainism. In this way, in Jainism, there have been 24th Tirthankaras from Lord Adinath to Lord Mahavir.
Ban on consumption of meat and liquor here
Since, Parasnath is a holy place for the people of Jainism. Therefore, there is a ban on consumption of meat and alcohol. This is the reason why Parasnath could not be made a tourist destination. Jharkhand The government had tried to make it a tourist destination. There were protests across the country regarding this. The demonstration was so big that the Supreme Court had to withdraw its decision and the court refused to make Parasnath a tourist destination. People of Jain community said that if it is made a tourist destination then hotels and parks will also be built here. People will not only come for darshan but will also come for holidays and picnics. After which there will be free rein for consumption of meat, liquor etc. It will become a hub of fun for the youth. Therefore Jainism will not allow this at this holy place.