Several prominent saints of the Jain community will be present on the occasion and bless the gathering, where PM Modi will also release a commemorative postage stamp along with addressing the gathering.
Lord Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara, illuminated the path of peaceful co-existence and universal brotherhood through Jain principles such as Ahimsa (non-violence), Satya (truthfulness), Asteya (non-stealing), Brahmacharya (chastity) and Aparigraha (non-violence). Attachment).
Jains celebrate five Kalyanakas (major events) of each Tirthankara, including Lord Mahavira: Chyavan/Garbha (conception) Kalyanaka; Janma (Birth) Kalyanaka Deeksha (Renunciation) Kalyanaka; Kevaljnana (Omniscience) Kalyanak; And Nirvana (liberation/ultimate salvation) Kalyanak.
Meanwhile, President Draupadi Murmu, in his message on the eve of Mahavir Jayanti, urged everyone to spread love and harmony in the society and work dedicatedly for the development of the nation.
President Murmu said, "On the auspicious occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to all fellow citizens, especially the Jain community. Mahavir Jayanti is the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir, the symbol of non-violence and compassion." In his message.
He said, "This festival gives us the message of love and peace. Lord Mahavir showed the path of non-violence, celibacy, truth and renunciation for building a thoughtful and civilized society. His teachings will always remain relevant for the welfare of mankind. " Added.
Lord Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara, illuminated the path of peaceful co-existence and universal brotherhood through Jain principles such as Ahimsa (non-violence), Satya (truthfulness), Asteya (non-stealing), Brahmacharya (chastity) and Aparigraha (non-violence). Attachment).
Jains celebrate five Kalyanakas (major events) of each Tirthankara, including Lord Mahavira: Chyavan/Garbha (conception) Kalyanaka; Janma (Birth) Kalyanaka Deeksha (Renunciation) Kalyanaka; Kevaljnana (Omniscience) Kalyanak; And Nirvana (liberation/ultimate salvation) Kalyanak.
Meanwhile, President Draupadi Murmu, in his message on the eve of Mahavir Jayanti, urged everyone to spread love and harmony in the society and work dedicatedly for the development of the nation.
President Murmu said, "On the auspicious occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to all fellow citizens, especially the Jain community. Mahavir Jayanti is the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir, the symbol of non-violence and compassion." In his message.
He said, "This festival gives us the message of love and peace. Lord Mahavir showed the path of non-violence, celibacy, truth and renunciation for building a thoughtful and civilized society. His teachings will always remain relevant for the welfare of mankind. " Added.
