24 Characters of Tirthankara

Author(s): Harshshilvijay, Kulshilvijay
Publisher: Aatmashreya Prakashan

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It was impossible to speculate time schedule.
The frosty winter, sizzling summer, torrential rain... many milestone were to be achieved...
Dhan sārthvāh declared in the city that who ever is interested to go towards Vasantpur can join the caravan. Everyone will be provided with full protection. Along with clothing, food, water etc. all will be protected against the wild animals, dacoits and other dangers.
From years together many people were willing to go towards Vasantpur... Listening to Dhan sārthvāh's announcement large group of people enthusiastically joined him.
Outside the city, there was a park where composed (Shāntmurti) Āchārya Bhagwant Dharmghoshsurishwarji Mahārājā was present along with his large group of Munis.
On leaving the city lucky Dhan got glimpse of the Āchāryabhagwant.
Mahātmā: “lucky! We also want to join caravan.”
Dhan: “Bhagwant! I am grateful. Kindly join us. We will be obliged to have your company."
Dhan: “Oh... Attendants! Come here! Take special care of these mahātmās. Arrange daily appropriate food, water etc. for them”
Mahātmā: “Oh... Fortunate! According to our conduct we don't consume the food specially made for us and we would consume whatever food is prepared for you. Sachit water (Raw Water) of
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