Mahavir Jayanti, also known as Mahavir Janma Kalyanak, is one of the most important occasions for the Jain community. This special day is observed to celebrate the birth of Lord Mahavir, the last spiritual teacher of Jainism. Celebrated with simplicity, Mahavir Jayanti is a time for Jains to learn the teachings and qualities of their lord.
Across the country, Jain communities come together to honour his legacy through various rituals and traditions. One of the highlights of the day is the Rath Yatra, where the idol of Lord Mahavir is taken on a chariot. Additionally, devotees pray, fast or do charity work as part of the celebration. People also gather at temples to pay their respects and participate in the celebrations. On this auspicious day, let’s explore the history and significance of this sacred day.
Happy Mahavir Jayanti Wishes
- May Lord Mahavir bless your life with eternal joy and happiness. May no violence and negativities touch you. May you be always showered with abundant opportunities to have a harmonious life. Wishing you a very Happy Mahavir Jayanti.
- Warm wishes to you on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti. My only wish on this divine occasion is that you are blessed with endless knowledge, a stable mind to internalize this knowledge and self-control to use it in the right way. May you always be successful in life.
- On this auspicious occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, I send you and your family the best wishes and blessings. May you are blessed with the strength to follow the right path of kindness and goodness.
- Happy Mahavir Jayanti to you and your family. May your life is full of positivity and brightness, happiness and purity. May you always choose the path of kindness and righteousness.
- I pray that Lord Mahavir’s blessings may bring you peace, joy and success.
Happy Mahavir Jayanti Messages
- The beauty and happiness of life lies in simplicity. Simple words have the power to express the greatest thoughts. Wishing you and your family a life of simplicity. Happy Mahavir Jayanti.
- May Lord Vardhmaan Mahavir bless your life with happiness, knowledge and kindness. May you always follow the right path and enjoy a blessed life. Happy Mahavir Jayanti to you and your family.
- I always pray to Lord Mahavir to bless you with what you deserve and not what you desire because you truly deserve more than you desire. Warm wishes on Mahavir Jayanti to you.
- Life is all being kind, helpful and merciful towards all the living beings and non living things. To attain the state of Nirvana, let us be good and kind to all. Happy Mahavir Jayanti to you.
- On the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, I wish that Lord Mahavir is always there to fulfill all your wishes and empower you to make all your dreams come true.
Mahavir Jayanti 2024: History
Mahavir was born in Kundalagrama in Bihar, to King Siddhartha and Queen Trishala. However, there’s ongoing debate about his birth date among Jain groups.
According to Swetambar Jains, he was born in 599 BC, while Digambar Jains believe Trishala gave birth in 615 BC. Reportedly, Queen Trisala had 16 dreams before Mahavir was born, predicting the arrival of a pure soul and he grew up to become a respected figure.
Despite being initially married, he left everything and started following a simple life at the age of 30. Mahavir urged people to follow non violent and humble life.
He inspired countless individuals to follow his path. Even today, Mahavir’s message continues to guide not just Jain communities but people from various backgrounds.
Mahavir Jayanti 2024: Significance
Mahavir Jayanti is celebrated to promote peace and harmony through the teachings of the Jain Lord. On this day, a Rath Yatra is organized, while Jain temples across the country are decorated with colourful flags and followers offer food, clothing or money to the needy families.
The religion strongly opposes animal slaughter, so they make donations to prevent such acts. Meanwhile, prayers are also offered in temples to honour Lord Mahavir.
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