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3.2 DREAMS OF A TIRTHANKAR'S MOTHER At the conception event (Chyavana Kalyänak) each Tirthankar's mother dreams 14 (Shvetämbar tradition) or 16 (Digambar tradition) dreams. Dream Description
Meaning 01* Elephant The elephant was big, tall, and impetuous with This dream indicated that she would give birth to
four tusks. It was an auspicious elephant, and a child with exceptionally high character. The four was endowed with all the desirable marks of tusks signified that the child would guide the excellence.
spiritual chariot with its four components: monks, nuns, laymen, and laywomen.
02* 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 be a great spiritual teacher to all. He would help cultivate the religion.
03* Lion
This dream indicated that her son would be as powerful and strong as the lion. He would be fearless, almighty, and capable of ruling the world.
The lion was magnificent and his claws were beautiful and well poised. He had a large well-rounded head and sharp teeth. His lips were perfect and his eyes were sharp and glowing. His tail was impressively long and well shaped. The Queen saw this lion descending towards her and entering her mouth.
04 Goddess
Lakshmi
This dream indicated that her son would enjoy great wealth and splendor. He would be a Tirthankar, the supreme benefactor of all.
Goddess Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and power. She was seated on a lotus and wore many rows of pearls interlaced with emeralds and a garland of gold. A pair of earrings hung over her shoulders with dazzling beauty.
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