Nakoda Bhairav in jains
Nakoda Bhairav is a guardian deity (kshetrapal) associated with the Nakoda Parshwanath temple in Rajasthan. In Jain practice, he is especially venerated by Śvetāmbara Jains and is considered a protector of the tirth and its pilgrims. The main temple at Nakodaji is dedicated to Parshwanath, and Bhairavji is traditionally worshipped alongside, with stories of blessings and boons tied to his shrine. Some communities treat Bhairavji as a popular local guardian whose worship is connected to worldly benefits, while others note that his prominence is more regional and not a universal Jain requirement. The Bhairav installation at Nakodaji is linked to later reforming lineage figures and the temple’s history, including his association with the main Parshwanath idol and local rituals.