![]() Etymology of Rujubaluka Present Barakar River was named 'Rujubaluka' in ancient times. The word "Rujubaluka" comes from the word 'Ruju' meaning Soft and 'Baluka' meaning Sand. Thus it is said that the name of this river has been termed for its soft sand. Historical Evidence of Rujubaluka On account of Lord Mahavir's 12 years' intense penance and his attaining "Kevalgyan", this place has become holy. During 16th Vikram Century Sri Hansa Soma Vijayji, during 17th Vikram century Sri Vijay Sagar Vijayji and Sri Jay Vijayji have in their respective Tirthmalas given full description of this place. In them there is no difference of opinion about the name of villages, rivers etc. From various stone inscriptions, it is found that the last major repair work was carried out here during Vikram Samvat 1930. Present Evidence of Rujubaluka Today there is a village named 'Janaka' which is about 4 kms from this spot. Also a forest full of Shal tree is found there. Ancient name of Janaka is 'Jambhiya'. According to one opinion widely held, another village called 'Jamui' which is 56 kms from Rajgiri is Jambhiya and the river nearby which is known as 'Kwil' is really Rujubaluka but there is no definite evidence available in this regard. The scene of the temple situated on the bank of the river is very pleasing. The artisanship also is impressive. In this river an ancient idol of Lord Mahavir of exquisite beauty was found and this idol is at present installed in the temple. There is no other temple nearby. |
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