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PRATISHTHA MAHOTSAV ASHADH 4-12 V.S. 2054
Lord Saudharmendra Indra ordered the angel Haranaigameshi to transfer the heavenly fetus from Devananda's womb to Trishalarani's, the wife of King Siddharth of Kshatryikund. That night, as she slept, she dreamt fourteen important dreams. Over time she gave birth to a powerful boy, and at the time of his birth, the entire kingdom became filled with happiness. Everywhere, everyone suddenly became content and blissful. Fifty-six young female angels filled the atmosphere with melodious music and a pleasant scent by carrying around kalash, dhoop, lamps, fans, mirrors and musical instruments. All in the kingdom celebrated the birth of the prince with joy and happiness. In this era the same prince became the twenty-fourth and the last tirthankar Bhagvan Mahavir. He spread the Jain religion, helped the world through the message of nonviolence. So blessed was Mother Trishala who gave birth to the greatest Jain teacher, Mahavir. She is truly the greatest mother of the time.
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