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Shitalanatha Bhagwan (शीतलनाथ भगवान)

Bhaktamal: Shitalanatha
Other Names - Shri Shitalanatha bhagwan
Disciples - Muni Nandan, 81 Ganadhars
Aradhya - Jainism
Age: 100,000 purva
Height - 90 bows
Color - Golden
Place of Birth - Bhaddilpur
Birth Day - Twelfth day of the Magha Krishna month
Nirvana Place: Shikharji
Marital Status – Married
Father - King Dradhrath
Mother - Queen Nanda
Famous - 10th Tirthankara of Jainism
Dynasty: Ikshvaku
Symbol (Lanchhana): Shrivatsa
Tree - Peepal tree

Shri Shitalanatha Bhagwan is the 10th Tirthankara of Jainism in the current Avasarpini (descending time cycle) after the ninth tirthankara, Pushpdant Bhagwan. He is revered for spreading the message of peace, detachment, and spiritual purity. His name “Shital” means cool or calm, symbolizing the cooling of passions such as anger, greed, and pride.

Renunciation and Spiritual Journey of Shri Sheetalnath Bhagwan
❀ Shitalanatha grew up as a wise and compassionate prince. After ruling the kingdom with justice and righteousness for many years, he realized the temporary nature of worldly pleasures.
❀ He renounced royal life and accepted Diksha (ascetic initiation) to pursue the path of spiritual liberation.
❀ Through deep meditation and austerity, he attained Kevala Jnana (omniscience), the highest state of spiritual knowledge in Jainism.
❀ In Jain temples, idols of Shitalanatha are usually shown in Padmasana (lotus posture) or Kayotsarga posture, representing deep meditation.

Spiritual Teachings of Shri Shitalanatha Bhagwan
❀ Non-violence (Ahimsa)
❀ Self-discipline and restraint
❀ Detachment from material possessions
❀ Inner peace and calmness
His life teaches devotees how to cool the mind from passions and attain spiritual purity.

Interesting Facts of Shri Shitalanatha Bhagwan
❀ His name symbolizes coolness and tranquility, reflecting the calming influence of spiritual wisdom.
❀ Like other Tirthankaras, he established the fourfold Jain Sangha (monks, nuns, laymen, and laywomen).
❀ He is worshipped by both Digambar and Svetambar traditions.

शीतलनाथ भगवान हिन्दी में पढ़ें

शीतलनाथ भगवान जैन धर्म में वर्तमान अवसर्पिणी के 10वें तीर्थंकर हैं। उनका नाम "शीतला" शीतलता, शांति और शांति का प्रतीक है, जो उनकी शांत आध्यात्मिक आभा को दर्शाता है।

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