About shree abhinanadan swami
Abhinandan Swami (Abhinandanananatha) is regarded as the 4th Tirthankar of the present age in Jain tradition. Both Digambar and Shwetambar traditions acknowledge him as the 4th Tirthankar.
Key points about his life (summary):
- Birth: Born in Ayodhya in the Ikshvaku lineage to King Samvar and Queen Siddhartha. The exact calendar date of his birth varies between traditions (e.g., some sources give Magh Shukla Paksh 2; others differ slightly). This reflects small regional calendar variations, not a difference in who he is.
- Ruling and renunciation: He ruled wisely for many years, then renounced his throne and became an ascetic.
- Diksha and austerities: Took Diksha under his guru and practiced long, rigorous penance and meditation.
- Kevala Jnana (omniscience): Attained Kevala Jnana under a Priyangu tree.
- Nirvana: Preached for many years and attained Moksha (nirvana) at Sammed Shikharji.
- Teachings: Emphasized non-attachment, self-control, dharma, ahimsa, truth, and spiritual pursuit as the path to liberation.
Note on differences: The core life-story and status as the 4th Tirthankar are shared by Digambar and Shwetambar communities, though the exact dates and some calendar details may differ between the two traditions.