TIRTHANKAR Paperback

In Jainism, a Tirthankar is a spiritual teacher who has conquered the cycle of rebirth and has forged a path (tirtha) for others to follow, serving as a role model and guide for those seeking spiritual liberation. These twenty-four enlightened beings are revered for having attained omniscience and then sharing their wisdom and teachings to help others cross the ocean of worldly existence and achieve moksha (liberation). Each Tirthankar is associated with distinct symbols and qualities, embodying the core principles of Jainism such as non-violence (ahimsa), truthfulness (satya), non-stealing (asteya), celibacy (brahmacharya), and non-possession (aparigraha), and their lives and teachings form the foundation of Jain philosophy and practice.