24 Jain Tirthankar List: Check Complete Names Of The Revered Figures In Jainism with Their Symbols, Birthplace And Colour

List of Jain Tirthankars and Their Symbols: Tirthankaras are referred to as the Jina in Jainism, denoting their mastery over all inclinations. There are 24 Tirthankaras recognised by the tradition. The word "Tirthankara" comes from the combination of "Teertha," which stands for places of pilgrimage, and "Samsara," which means life on Earth. A Tirthankara has attained Kevala Jnana, or omniscience, by seeing beyond the cycle of worldly existence and realising one's own true nature. 

In addition to learning the meaning of the term "Tirthankar" in Jainism, we will examine the names of 24 Jain Tirthanakaras in this article. Let's first discuss the significance of “Tirthankar”. 

Definition Of Tirthanakaras In Jainism

- As per Jainism, it is believed that there is a rising of 24 Trirthankaras in every cosmic age.

- Tirthankaras are frequently shown in artistic portrayals in the Kayotsarga position, which represents separation from the body.

- A Tirthankara sitting cross-legged on a lion's throne in meditation is a common artistic representation.

A Tirthankar is referred to as a "teaching god" in Jainism. (Image Source: Freepik) 

- The symbolic hues or symbols that set the 24 Tirthankaras apart from one another.

- The visions their mothers experienced before their births or other noteworthy events surrounding their births frequently served as the inspiration for the names of the 24 Tirthankaras.

- The lives of the 24 Tirthankaras are chronicled in the Jain sacred scripture Kalpasutra. About 150 years after Mahavir's Nirvana, Jain Muni Bhadrabahu of the Digambara sect assembled it.

- According to the Kalpasutra, Rishabhnath is the first Jain Tirthankar and Mahavira is the last Jain Tirthankar. 

List of 24 Jain Tirthankar Names and Symbols

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