Book Title: Jainism For Beginners Level 01
Author(s): Sayampurnashreeji
Publisher: Sayampurnashreeji

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________________ 14. 12. celestial plane smokeless fire - 13. —_ heap of jewels Description: The plane resounded with celestial music. It was saturated with the pleasant and spiritual aroma of incense. Description: The fire burned with great intensity, but there was no smoke. Description: It was a mixture of all types of gems and precious stones. These jewels were heaped over the earth and they illuminated the entire sky. Meaning : This dream indicated that all the celestial beings in heaven would respect, honor, and salute her son's spiritual teachings. Meaning : This dream indicated that her son would reform and restore the religious order. Furthermore, he would burn or destroy his karmas and attain salvation. Meaning : This dream indicated that her son would have infinite virtues and wisdom and he would attain the supreme spirit. The order of the first three dreams varies with the Tirthankars: 1st Tirthankar-Bull, Elephant, Lion; 2nd to 23rd Tirthankars-Elephant, Bull, Lion; 24th Tirthankar-Lion, Elephant, Bull. In summary, the indication of all these dreams is that the child to be born would be very strong courageous, and filled with virtues. He would be very spiritual and would become a great religions leader. He would reform and restore the religious order and guide all the creatures of the universe to attain liberation. He would also be liberated. 20 DREAMS OF TIRTHANKAR'S MOTHER

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