Mahavir Jayanti is one of the most significant festivals among the Jain community and is celebrated across the world. In 2023, Mahavir Jayanti will be celebrated on the 4th of April. As per Jain religious scripts, Lord Mahavira took birth on the 13th day on Chaitra month (Hindu calendar) in Bihar, a few kilometres from Patna.
When he was 30, he left his throne and family in search of truth. He lived in exile for 12 years as an ascetic. During this time, he preached non-violence treated all everyone with reverence. He got his name "Mahavira" after showing exceptional skills in controlling the senses, It is widely belied that when Mahavira was 72, he attained enlightenment (Nirvana).
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