Shri Bhiladia (Bhiladiya) Parshvanath Bhagwan is a very ancient and miraculous form (pratima) of Bhagwan Parshvanath, the 23rd Tirthankar.

Here is a simple overview:

• Location

Bhagwan’s idol is in the Jain temple at Bhiladi / Bhiladi village (often called Bhiladiya ji Tirth) in North Gujarat, on the Palanpur–Radhanpur side. ( jainsite.com)

• Idol (Murti / Pratima)

- Black coloured idol of Parshvanath Bhagwan - Seated in padmāsan (lotus posture) - With hoods of the serpent (shesh) over the head - Considered very ancient, powerful and chamatkārik (miraculous) ( jainsite.com)

• Name & Importance

- Because this form of Parshvanath is worshipped at Bhiladia/Bhiladi, He is lovingly called “Shri Bhiladia Parshvanath Bhagwan”. ( en.wikipedia.org) - Many devotees believe that sincere prarthanā (prayer) here helps in removal of difficulties and fulfillment of good wishes. ( jainknowledge.com)

• History in short

- The place was earlier known as Bhimpalli / Trambavati, a very prosperous Jain centre with many temples. - Over time the old city was destroyed; later, the village and temple were re‑discovered and re‑settled, and the idol of Parshvanath was again established and worshipped. ( jainknowledge.com)

For a simple Jain story of this tirth and Bhagwan’s pratima, you can read it here: “Story of Bhiladiya Parshwanath Bhagwan”