Answer

In Jain Dharma, the 14 auspicious dreams come to the mother of a Tirthankar when the Tirthankar’s soul enters her womb.

This event happens at the time of garbha kalyanak — the auspicious conception of a Tirthankar.

Explanation

According to Jain tradition, when a Tirthankar is conceived, the mother sees 14 great dreams. These dreams indicate that an extraordinary, spiritually supreme soul has entered her womb.

In the Shvetambar tradition, the mother of a Tirthankar sees 14 dreams.

In the Digambar tradition, the mother sees 16 dreams.

Spiritual Understanding

These dreams are not ordinary dreams. They are considered divine signs showing the future greatness of the child, who will become a Tirthankar and guide countless souls toward liberation.

Takeaway

The 14 dreams come to the Tirthankar’s mother at the sacred moment when the Tirthankar soul is conceived in her womb.