The 4th Tirthankara in Jainism is Lord Abhinandannatha.

Story of Lord Abhinandannatha:

Lord Abhinandannatha was born in Ayodhya to King Samvara and Queen Siddhartha of the Ikshvaku dynasty. His birth brought great joy and prosperity to the kingdom. From a young age, he exhibited extraordinary virtues such as compassion, non-violence (ahimsa), and detachment from worldly pleasures.

As he grew older, Abhinandannatha realized the transitory nature of life and the cycle of birth and death (samsara). With a deep desire for liberation (moksha), he renounced his royal life and worldly attachments to become a monk. After years of deep meditation and severe penance, he attained Kevala Jnana (omniscience).

After attaining omniscience, Abhinandannatha established the Jain Sangha (community of monks, nuns, and lay followers), preached the path of right faith, right knowledge, and right conduct (the three jewels of Jainism), and guided countless souls towards liberation.

He spent the rest of his life spreading the teachings of Jainism and showing the path of non-violence, truth, and compassion. Ultimately, he attained nirvana (liberation) at the sacred place known as Sammed Shikharji.

Symbol: His symbol is the monkey.

Color: His associated color is golden.

Significance: Lord Abhinandannatha’s life inspires Jains to practice detachment, non-violence, and to pursue spiritual growth.

References: The stories and life accounts of Lord Abhinandannatha can be found in Jain scriptures such as the Kalpa Sutra and other traditional Jain texts.