Answer

In Jain Dharma, Ambe Mata / Ambika Devi is accepted as a celestial being, especially as the Yakshini / Shasan Devi of Bhagwan Neminath, the 22nd Tirthankar.

However, the idea of “9 forms of Ambe Mata” is not a standard or established Jain doctrinal concept in the way it is commonly found in Hindu Shakta/Navratri traditions.

So, respectfully:

• Ambika Devi is recognized in Jain tradition.
• She is not supreme like a Tirthankar.
• She is a dev / devi, a celestial being within samsar.
• The specific concept of 9 forms of Ambe Mata is not clearly established as a Jain scriptural teaching.

Explanation

In Jainism, each Tirthankar has associated celestial attendants known as:

• Yaksha
• Yakshini / Shasan Devi

For Bhagwan Neminath, Ambika Devi is traditionally known as his Shasan Devi.

She is often worshipped by Jains, especially for protection, devotion, and worldly assistance. But Jain Dharma clearly distinguishes such deities from liberated beings.

A Tirthankar is an enlightened, liberated soul who shows the path to moksha. A devi, including Ambika Devi, is still within the cycle of birth and death.

Spiritual Understanding

In Jain Dharma, devotion to Ambika Devi may be part of traditional practice, but the highest refuge remains:

• Arihant
• Siddha
• Acharya
• Upadhyay
• Sadhu

These are the Pancha Parmeshthi, who are honored in the Namokar Mantra.

Devis and devs can inspire faith, protection, and devotion, but they are not the final spiritual goal in Jainism.

Takeaway

Ambika Devi is accepted in Jain tradition as a revered celestial deity connected with Bhagwan Neminath, but the “9 forms of Ambe Mata” is not an established Jain teaching. It is more commonly associated with non-Jain goddess traditions.