BIRTH OF ADINATH (RISHABHNATHA)
Adinath, also known as Rishabhanatha, is considered the first Tirthankara (spiritual teacher) of Jainism in the current time cycle (Avasarpini). Here's a summary of his birth and related details:
Birth of Adinath (Rishabhanatha)
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Parents: King Nabhi Raja and Queen Marudevi
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Dynasty: Ikshvaku dynasty (same as Lord Rama in Hindu tradition)
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Birthplace: Ayodhya, in present-day Uttar Pradesh, India
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Birth Time: According to Jain texts, he was born in the Satya Yuga (first age), a time of truth and righteousness.
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Significance of Birth:
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When Queen Marudevi was pregnant, she had 16 auspicious dreams, which indicated that a Tirthankara was going to be born.
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At the time of his birth, celestial beings (devas) celebrated and performed rituals.
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He is called "Adi-nath", meaning "First Lord," as he was the first Tirthankar
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