Ajitanathar
இந்தப் பக்கத்தை தமிழில் வாசிக்க: அஜிதநாதர்
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Ajitnathar was the second Tirthankar of the Jain religion. According to the Jain scriptures, he was the Siddha Purusha freed from Karma.
Myth
The Ikshvaku clan was born in Saketa to Ayodhya king Jitasatru and queen Vijaya. The Jains believe that he was 72 lakhs at the time of his death and 450 in height. He repented under a sala tree for twelve years and attained Motsam on the day of Chittirai Valarpirai Panchami in the town of Sikarji. According to Jain tradition, his younger brother, Sagar, became the second emperor. He is also known from the traditions of both Hinduism and Jainism.
Vedic Ajitanathar
The name of Ajitnathar is mentioned in the Yajur Veda, but its meaning is obscure. According to the Jain tradition, Ajitnath's younger brother Sakaran (Bhagirathan's grandfather) ruled Ayodhya in Hindu mythology.
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Properties of the sculpture
- Color: Blonde
- Vehicle: Elephant
- Yatsen: Mahayatson
- Yatsini: Ajitha
Literatures
- Ranna's Ajitha Purana narrates the story of Ajitnathar.
- Compiled by Nandisena in the 7th century, Ajitashanti Ajitnathar sings the praises of Chandinathar.
Ajitnathar Temples
- Tharanga Jain Temple, Gujarat.
- Vasai Jain Temple, in Bhadrasar
References
- Compendium of Jainism. Dharwad: University of Karnataka (1980)
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