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solely vowed for 'Sarva Virti' in Uttarāshādhā constellation, on tenth day of dark half of Mārgashirsh (Kārtik) month. (In case of all other tirthankar many people have pursued initiation along with God but Vardhmānkumār alone pursued initiation) Immediately God attained Manparyavgyān.
God broke his fast with kheer at the place of Bahul Brahmin in Kollāg Sannivesh.
He gave great fight to Karma in the Chhadmastha period of twelve and a half years. The very first vexation was started on first night by cowherd and after twelve and a half years also the last vexation was done by cowherd only.
In the temple at Asthik village, dangerous vexations were done by Shoolpāņi in one night and at the end understanding was provided by God to Shoolpāņi!
When God went towards Shwetāmbi city Chandakaushik - a sight poisonous snake did great vexation to God and still compassionate God provided understanding to that hazardous snake also.
The vexation done by Sudanshtram Nāgkumār deity and protection and worship done by Kambal and Shambal Nagkumar deities.
Because of senseless and childish behaviour of cowherd; who was roaming along with God, God has to face imprisonment. But still God was composed and patient.
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