did rishabh teach his children arts
Yes. In Jain tradition, Rishabhadeva (Adinath) is said to have taught his children various arts and crafts. He is described as imparting:
- Writing to his daughter Brahmi (Brahmi script).
- Arithmetic to his daughter Sundari (ank-vidya).
- Other disciplines and skills to his sons, such as governance, drama to Bharata, and warfare or related skills to Bahubali, along with general training in righteous conduct and statecraft.
These accounts appear in Jain narratives that describe how he prepared his family and people in arts, crafts, and practical knowledge before renouncing the world. You can read more here .
Note: Digambar and Shwetambar traditions generally agree on the core idea that Rishabhadeva taught arts and crafts to his children, though exact details and emphasis may vary between traditions.