Jainism For Beginners Level 01

Author(s): Sayampurnashreeji
Publisher: Sayampurnashreeji

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03. lion
Description : The lion was magnificent and his claws were beautiful and well poised. He hada large wellrounded 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.
Meaning: 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.
04. goddess lakshmi
Description : 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.
Meaning : This dream indicated that her son would enjoy a great wealth and splendor, that is samyak darshan. He would be a Tirthankar, the supreme benefactor of all.
05. garland
Description : A pair of beautiful garlands was descending from the sky.They smelled of mixed fragrances of different flowers. The flowers bloomed during different seasons. The whole universe was filled with their fragrance.
Meaning : This dream indicated that the fragrance of her son's teachings would spread throughout the universe, and all would respect him. The garland also reflects deshvirti.
DREAMS OF TIRTHANKAR'S MOTHER