Mahavira's emphasis on this `Unity of Life' forms one of the
highest saving principles of human life. The modern civilization, which seeks to exploit and destroy
every other kind of living species in order to satiate the never ending cravings of man, is landing
the entire human species itself in a deadly peril.
About Mahavir and his Birth:
According to the Jain mythology, Mahavir had acquired all the necessery qualities to become a Tirthankara
in His pervous life. Six months prior to his birth, the supreme powers created an atmoshphere congenial and
condusive to Mahavira's birth, who was a great being. Gods and Goddesses came down to bestow their blessings
on the Tirthankara's expecting mother, and to cater to her needs. Wealth was showered from the heavens, relieving
everyone from poverty and extending the superior ambience.
Just before Mahavira was born , His mother had sixteen dreams. Mahavira was born at four in the
morning, which is considered very auspicious in Jainism and Hinduism.
Mahavira preached non-violence and prohibited any kind of killing. He also believed that the most virtuous life is
spent sitting still and fasting, as then a man does not run the risk of injuring life even involuntarily, by swallowing
or treading upon insects. On his birth anniversary, every Jain resolves to follow his teachings.
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