Answer

Yes. This refers to the well-known Jain story from the previous life of Lord Parshvanath, when he was Prince Parshvakumar.

According to Jain tradition, Parshvakumar saw an ascetic performing a fire ritual with logs of wood. With his deep compassion and insight, he realized that a snake was trapped inside one of the logs. He asked the ascetic to stop, and the log was split open. A snake was found inside and was saved from being burned.

Explanation

This incident shows Parshvakumar’s extraordinary compassion toward all living beings.

The saved snake is traditionally connected with Dharanendra, who later became a serpent deity. When Lord Parshvanath was later attacked by Kamath through heavy rains and storms during meditation, Dharanendra protected him by spreading his serpent hood over the Lord.

Spiritual Understanding

This story teaches important Jain values:

• Ahimsa — non-violence toward even the smallest living beings.
• Karuna — compassion for all souls.
• Awareness — being careful so that our actions do not harm others.
• Karmic connection — noble actions create powerful spiritual bonds.

Takeaway

A drawing of Parshvakumar saving the snake from the wood should show compassion, protection of life, and the Jain principle of Ahimsa.