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Apr 21, 2024 · Mahavira, also known as Vardhamana, was a pivotal figure in the development of Jainism, one of the oldest religions in the world. He is revered as the twenty-fourth Tirthankara, or spiritual teacher, in Jain tradition. Mahavira’s teachings emphasize principles such as non-violence (ahimsa), truthfulness (satya), non-possessiveness (aparigraha ...
Mahavira’s great message to mankind is that on the destruction of karma, all future happiness depends. Mahavira does not mean by Karma ‘work or deed’. It is an aggregate of material, fine particles which are inperceptible and which enter into the soul and produce changes in it.
Diwali in Jainism marks the anniversary of Nirvana (final release) or liberation of Mahavira 's soul, the twenty-fourth and last Jain Tirthankara of the present cosmic age. It is celebrated at the same time as the Hindu festival of Diwali. Diwali marks the end of the year for Jains, and it likewise commemorates the passing of their twenty ...
The Mahavira, Shantinatha, and Parshvanatha temples in the Kumbharia Jain temple complex are some of the most renowned Jain temples in India. These five marble temples vary in size, image carvings, and architectural detail, with each having its own characteristics. [1]
Lord Mahavira is the twenty-fourth Tirthankar. He was born in 599 B.C. at Kshatriyakund which was a part of the well known Vaishali republic. His father’s name was King Siddhartha and his mother’s name was Queen Trishala. They were very religious people and were followers of Lord Parshvanath. Queen Trishala had fourteen dreams (some believe ...
