He then propagated the Dharma known as Jainism. The birth anniversary of Mahavira is celebrated with joy and excitement by the Jain community across the globe. Mahavira was the 24th Tirthankara of ...

As believed by the sect of Svetambara Jains, Mahavira was conceived in the womb of a Brahmin woman. As Lord Indra grew conscious of the coming of the Tirthankara, he used his powers to carry the ...

To the Jains, it has a whole different meaning. For them, Diwali is the day when the last of the Jain Tirthankaras, Lord Mahavira, attained nirvana, also known as complete knowledge and enlightenment.

Thereafter, the 'Sangha' or the community of His disciples was formed. According to Jainism, Lord Mahavira became the 'Guru' to his first disciple Gautam Swami on this day. Thus this day is celebrated ...