Answer

In Jain Dharma, Vasudevas are generally not worshipped like Tirthankars or Siddhas. They are respected as important and powerful figures in Jain cosmology, but they are not the main objects of worship.

There are 9 Vasudevas in each half-cycle of time. So, in one complete cycle, there are 18 Vasudevas.

Explanation

According to Jain tradition, the great trio appears in every half-cycle:

• 9 Balabhadras
• 9 Vasudevas
• 9 Prativasudevas

Vasudevas are heroic and highly significant beings, but they are still within संसार, so they are not liberated souls. Because of that, Jain worship is centered on:

• Arihants
• Siddhas
• and also the reverence of spiritually elevated beings in a respectful way

Spiritual Understanding

Jain worship is meant to honor those who have conquered attachment, aversion, and karma completely. That is why Tirthankars and Siddhas hold the highest place.

Vasudevas may be admired for their strength and role in Jain stories, but in Jain spiritual practice they are not worshipped as supreme beings.

Takeaway

• Vasudevas are respected, but not worshipped as supreme in Jain Dharma
• There are 9 Vasudevas in each half-cycle
• In one full cycle, there are 18 Vasudevas