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03. Bull The third dream Queen Trishala had was of a Bull. The bull was noble, grand, and had a majestic hump. It had fine. bright, and soft hair on its body. Its horns were superb and sharply pointed. This dream indicated that her son would be highly religious and spiritual teacher. He would help cultivate religion. 04. Goddess Lakshmi The fourth dream Queen Trishala had was of the Goddess Laxami, the goddess of wealth, prosperity and power. She was seated on lotus and wore rows of pearls interlaced with emeralds and a garland of gold. A pair of earrings hung over her shoulders with dazzling beauty. This dream indicated that her son would enjoy great wealth and splendor. He would be a Tirthankar, the supreme benefactor of all. 05. Garland The fifth dream Queen Trishala had was of a Beautiful Garland descending from the sky. It smelled of mixed fragrances of different flowers. These flowers bloomed during all different seasons. The whole universe was filled with their fragrance. This dream indicated that the fragrance of her son's teaching will spread throughout the entire universe and he would be respected by all. 06. Full Moon The sixth dream Queen Trishala had was of a Full Moon. It was a very auspicious sight. The moon was at its full glory. It awoke the lilies to full bloom. It was as bright as a star. This dream indicated that the child would lessen the suffering of all living beings. He would bring peace to the world. He would help the spiritual progress of humanity at large.
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