JAIN HISTORY & TIRTHANKARS
KARMA, TATTVAS & MOKSHA PATH
STORIES, SAINTS & INSPIRATIONS
ETHICS, CONDUCT & DAILY PRACTICE
100

This is the first Tirtankar of this time cycle.

Bhagwan Rushabhdeva

100

These nine principles explain soul, karma, and liberation.  

Nav Tattva

100

This couple’s story teaches devotion and faith.

Shripal & Mainasundari

100

These twelve reflections help control attachment

Twelve Bhavnas

200

These five sacred events mark major milestones in a Tirthankar’s life.

Panch Kalyanaks

200

Vows that help Munis leap forward on the mokshmarg.

the Five Mahavrats

200

This Acharya was known for sharp thinking and logic

Acharya Haribhadrasuri

200

Colours of the soul showing different mental states.

Leshyas

300

This holy location is famous for the giant statue of Bahubali.

Shravanbelgola Tirth

300

These six daily activities stabilize spiritual growth.

Shat Avashyak

300

A yogi-saint known for emotional devotional songs.

Mahayogi Anandghanji

300

Food prepared to avoid harm to living beings.

Ahimsak food

400

According to Jain tradition, Bhagwan Rushabhdeva first taught people these essential skills so society could function.

Farming, cooking, arts, and governance

400

The direct path to moksha is built on these three jewels.

Samyak Darshan, Gnan & Charitra

400

A master of poetry and philosophy.

Upadhyay Yashovijayji

400

These harmful activities block spiritual growth

Paapsthanaks

500

This cycle describes the rise and fall of time.

Kaalchakra

500

Four folds of dharma which strengthen our journey to moksh

daan, sheel, tapa, bhaav

500

Temple practice involving prayers and reciting sutras in praise of the lord

Chaityavandan

500

A puja using eight symbolic items.

Ashta Prakari Puja