Why do people say high bolo for Lakshmi ji in 14 supan?
Answer
In the 14 auspicious dreams (Chaudah Swapna / 14 Supan) seen by a Tirthankar’s mother, one dream is of Lakshmi Devi. During its description, people may say “high bolo” meaning “say it loudly” or “repeat with enthusiasm.”
This is usually done to express joy, devotion, and reverence for the auspiciousness of the dream.
Explanation
In Jain tradition, the dream of Lakshmi Devi symbolizes:
- prosperity and abundance
- spiritual fortune
- auspiciousness
- the greatness of the soul who will be born
Here, Lakshmi ji is not mainly understood as material wealth. In the context of the 14 dreams, she represents the extraordinary auspiciousness and spiritual glory connected with the birth of a Tirthankar.
So when people say “high bolo”, they are encouraging everyone to say the words with devotion and celebration, because the dream is considered very mangalik.
Spiritual Understanding
The 14 dreams are not ordinary dreams. They indicate that a great, pure, and spiritually powerful soul is entering the mother’s womb.
The Lakshmi dream reminds devotees that true wealth is not only money, but:
- right faith
- right knowledge
- right conduct
- inner purity
- spiritual awakening
Takeaway
People say “high bolo” for Lakshmi ji in the 14 supan because Lakshmi Devi’s dream is considered highly auspicious, and devotees joyfully proclaim it with respect, devotion, and celebration.