JAIN THIRTHANKARAS

INTRODUCTION

The holy religion of Jainism preaches about living a simple and a pious life and without causing any harm to all the living beings in the earth. Jainism is mainly based on the teachings of the 24 Tirthankaras, of whom Lord Mahavira was the most important one. He took birth before 2600 years ago. His teachings are considered as very important by the Jain people.  The 24 Tirthankaras have taken birth in order to get rid of the sins of the people, and to make them to attain NIRVANA by following their teachings. By living a life as per their teachings, we can attain nirvana and can get liberated from the chain of life cycle. All of them taught the basic thing of avoiding luxuries and comforts in the life and to give respect and not to commit harmful activities over others. In a nutshell, they are telling us to live a sin free life, by following their principles and teachings.

The 24 Holy Jain Tirthankarasand Their Details:

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