Consider the following statements about Vardhaman Mahaveer. 1. He was...
- Basics about Vardhamana Mahavira In around 540 BC, Prince Vardha 540 BC. Prince Vardhamana was born at Kundalgram in Vaishali to King Siddhartha and Queen Trishala, who ruled over the Jnatrika clan.
- At the age of 30, he went through a touching journey and left his home to live an ascetic life. According to Jain Holy books, on the 10th day of Vaishakha, he reached the town of Pava near Patna where he found the truth of life, i.e., Kevalya.
- He was given the title 'Mahavira' or the great hero. Some of the other titles given to him are Jaina or jitendriya, i.e., one who conquers all his senses and nirgrantha or the one who is free from all bonds.
Consider the following statements about Vardhaman Mahaveer. 1. He was...
Vardhaman Mahaveer, also known as Mahaveer Jain, was a spiritual leader and the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism. He was born in 599 BCE in Kundagrama, which is now known as Vaishali in Bihar, India. Let's discuss the given statements about him:
1. He was born at Lumbini: This statement is incorrect. Lumbini is the birthplace of Gautama Buddha, not Mahaveer Jain.
2. He was born in Jnatrika Clan: This statement is correct. Mahaveer Jain was born in the Jnatrika clan, which was a part of the Kshatriya (warrior) caste.
Therefore, the correct answer is option B - 2 Only.
Some additional facts about Mahaveer Jain:
- He renounced his worldly possessions at the age of 30 and became an ascetic.
- He practiced strict non-violence (ahimsa) and preached the same to his followers.
- He attained enlightenment (kevala jnana) after 12 years of rigorous meditation and penance.
- He traveled extensively and spread his teachings throughout India for 30 years.
- He passed away at the age of 72 in Pawapuri, Bihar.