Sadhvi Kanakprabha
Sadhvipramukha Kanakprabha was a Jain nun, writer, and editor associated with the Śvētāmbara Terapanth religious order. She was initiated into ascetic life in 1960 by Acharya Tulsi and later became the eighth Sadhvipramukha in 1972 and Mahashramani in 1979. Kanakprabha was known for her literary contributions in Hindi, Sanskrit, and Prakrit, including translations of Jain Agamas and the editing of over 100 works by Acharya Tulsi. She also authored original literary works and was a member of the core committee of the Foundation of Unity of Religions and Enlightened Citizenship.
Biography
– Kanakprabha was born in Calcutta, Bengal, British India, on 22 July 1941. She attended Parmarthik Shikshan Sanstha, Ladnun, at the age of 15. Her decision to lead the life of an ascetic was realised at the age of 19 after finishing her studies in Ladnun. She was initiated by the 9th head of Terapanth, Acharya Tulsi, on 8 July 1960.In Jain Shwetamber Terapanth religious order, She had been declared the 8th Sadhvipramukha on 14 Jan 1972 & Mahashramani on 17.01.1979 at Gangasahar.
She is a likewise qualified editor and author in Sanskrit, Prakrit and Hindi language. She died at Adhyatam Sadhna Kendra, Mehrauli, 8:45 am on 17 March 2022.
Contribution
Many Jain Agamas were converted by her from Prakrit into Hindi language, more than 100 books written by Acharya Tulsi were edited by her.A collection of poems called "sargam" was also released by her.
She has authored an epic on travelling "Yatra Granth" which is recognised as one of the great books of Hindi literature.
Few of her prominent books are listed as below
- Paanv-Paanv Chalnewala Suraj
- Jab Mahak Uthi Marudhar Maati
- Jaa ghar Aaye Sant Paahune
- Saason Kaa Iktaar
- Sant Charan Ganga ki Dhara