As believed by the sect of Svetambara Jains, Mahavira was conceived in the womb of a Brahmin woman. As Lord Indra grew conscious of the coming of the Tirthankara, he used his powers to carry the ...

To the Jains, it has a whole different meaning. For them, Diwali is the day when the last of the Jain Tirthankaras, Lord Mahavira, attained nirvana, also known as complete knowledge and enlightenment.

This page gives information about Lord Mahavira Academy, its address and location, academic information, infrastructure and facilities etc... Lord Mahavira Academy is a Co-Educational school ...

Jains observe Diwali as the day the Lord Mahavira, the last of the great teachers, attained nirvana, which is liberation from the cycle of birth, death and rebirth. Sikhs celebrate Bandi Chhor ...

Jains observe Diwali as the day the Lord Mahavira, the last of the great teachers, attained nirvana, which is liberation from the cycle of birth, death and rebirth. —Sikhs celebrate Bandi Chhor ...

In certain Jain homes, Diwali has the added significance of marking the great event of Lord Mahavira attaining the eternal bliss called nirvana. Diwali is not only important to Hindus, but ...