Bhaktamal: Anantanatha
Other Names - Anantanatha Swami
Disciples - Yash, 50 Ganadhars
Aradhya - Jainism
Age: 3,000,000 years
Height - 50 dhanusha
Color - Golden
Place of Birth - Ayodhya
Birth Day - 13th day of the Vaishakha Krishna month
Nirvana Place: Shikharji
Marital Status – Married
Father - King Sinhasena
Mother - Queen Suyasha
Famous - 14th Tirthankara of Jainism
Dynasty: Ikshvaku
Symbol (Lanchhana): Falcon / Hawk
Bhagwan Anantanatha is the 14th Tirthankara in Jainism after 13th Tirthankara
Bhagwan Vimalnath Ji, revered for his path of renunciation, discipline, and attainment of infinite knowledge (Keval Jnana).
He was born in the sacred city of Ayodhya. At the time of his birth, peace and prosperity prevailed everywhere. His name “Ananta” means infinite or boundless, symbolizing eternal bliss and limitless virtues.
Royal Life and Renunciation of Bhagwan Anantanatha
As a prince, he lived a life of comfort and later ruled the kingdom with justice and righteousness. However, realizing the temporary nature of worldly pleasures, he developed deep detachment (Vairagya) and chose the spiritual path.
Renunciation and Enlightenment of Bhagwan Anantanatha
❀ He renounced his kingdom and embraced ascetic life (Diksha).
❀ Practiced intense meditation, austerity, and self-discipline.
❀ Eventually attained Keval Jnana (omniscience) — the state of infinite knowledge and perception.
Spiritual Significance of Bhagwan Anantanatha
❀ Material pleasures are temporary
❀ True happiness lies in inner awakening
❀ Discipline and renunciation lead to ultimate liberation