Bhaktamal: Shantinatha
Other Names - Shanti
Disciples - Chakrayudha Swami, 36 Gandharas
Aradhya - Jainism
Age: 100,000 years
Height - 45 bows
Color - Golden
Place of Birth - Hastinapur
Birth Day - Jyestha Krishna Trayodashi
Nirvana Place: Sammed Shikhar
Marital Status – Married
Father - King Vishvasena
Mother - Queen Aćira
Spouse - Yaśomatī
Famous - 16th Tirthankara of Jainism
Dynasty: Ikshvaku
Symbol (Lanchhana): Deer or Antelope
Tree - Nandi
Bhagwan Shantinatha is the 16th Tirthankara in Jainism after the 15th Tirthankara
Bhagwan Dharmanatha Ji, a spiritual teacher who showed the path of liberation (moksha).
Life Story of Bhagwan Shantinatha
Shantinatha was born into a royal family and later became a great king. His reign was peaceful and prosperous, reflecting his name “Shanti” (peace).
After realizing the temporary nature of worldly life, he renounced his kingdom and became an ascetic. Through deep meditation and penance, he attained Kevala Jnana (omniscience).
He then preached the path of:
❀ Non-violence (Ahimsa)
❀ Truth (Satya)
❀ Non-attachment (Aparigraha)
Spiritual Significance of Bhagwan Shantinatha
❀ Represents peace, calmness, and inner harmony
❀ His symbol (deer) signifies gentleness and non-violence
❀ Worshipped widely in Jain temples across India