Family of Mahavir Bhagwan
Here is a simple overview of Bhagwan Mahavir’s family as given in Jain tradition.
Parents
- Father: Raja Siddharth (also called Siddharth Raja)
- Mother: Rani Trishala (also called Priyakarini, Videhadatta, Trishala Devi)
Mother & garbha‑parivartan detail
- According to Jain scriptures, the embryo first entered the womb of Devānandā (a Brahmin lady).
- Then the devas transferred it to Queen Trishala’s womb.
- So, Devānandā is respected as the biological mother, and Trishalā as the mother who gave birth and raised Mahavir.
Brothers and sisters
- Elder brother: Nandivardhan
- Sister: Sudarshana
Wife and daughter (difference of traditions)
- Shvetāmbara tradition
- Wife: Yashodā - Daughter: Priyadarshanā - Also called Anojja / Anojjā in some texts. - She was married to Jamāli (Jamali).
- Digambara tradition
- Mahavir is said to have remained brahmachārī (celibate) even during household life. - Therefore, in this view: no wife and no daughter.
Maternal family (Vaishali side)
- King Chetak of Vaishali is closely related to Mahavir’s mother.
This much is generally accepted in Jain tradition, with the differences between Shvetāmbara and Digambara clearly noted.
You can read a simple life sketch including family details here