Mahavira His Life And Teachings

Author(s): Saraswati Raghavachari
Publisher: Jain Sastu Sahitya

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doctrine to him. The effect was marvellous. Gautama became the most enthusiastic follower of Mahavira and remained with him till the last when the Lord attained Nirvana. .. Then Mahavira preached to the people in the neighbourhood. The torch of knowledge lighted their hearts and minds; and they were converted. . Then the Lord began his travels across the length and breadth of Hindusthan preaching his doctrines, making converts and bringing peace and hope to the hearts and minds of the suffering millions.
I can not do better than reproduce a brief description of these travels prepared by Mr. M. C. Jaini on the basis on the Jain authorities and Shastras.
Mahavira travelled through many parts of India and preached the high doctrines of Jainism and Nirvana to people professing different creeds and religions.
It was his earnest desire that people should give up their wrong beliefs and follow the true path to happiness.
He preached on both sides of the Ganges. First, he preached in Magadha and the country