Tirthankars
The number of Tirthankars in a single Jain time cycle.
What is 24?
This woman, once a princess turned slave, became famous for offering food to Bhagwan Mahavir after his long fast.
Who is Chandanbala?
These supreme beings have destroyed all eight karmas and reside in Moksha (Siddhashila)
Who are the Siddhas?
In Jain tradition, this festival marks Lord Mahavir’s Nirvana, not just a celebration of lights.
What is Diwali?
The location of the 2026 YJA convention.
What is New Jersey?
This Tirthankar is the most recent and last of the 24 Tirthankars of this era.
Who is Mahavir Swami?
In this famous story, Bhagwan Mahavir calmly meditates while a poisonous snake bites him, and his compassion eventually transforms the snake.
Who is Chandkaushik (the snake?
They are the teachers who hold the title of "Upadhyaya" because they study and teach these scriptures.
What are the Agamas (or Jain Scriptures)?
During this major Jain festival, many people fast, pray, and reflect on their actions.
What is Paryushan?
The age range for YJA attendees.
What is 14-29?
The Tirthankara who is considered the contemporary of Lord Ram.
Who is Munisuvrat Swami?
In this story, the son of King Shrenik remembers his previous birth as an elephant and learns compassion toward all living beings.
Who is Meghkumar?
This title belongs to the head of the monastic order, responsible for guiding monks, nuns, and spiritual discipline.
Who is an Acharya?
At the end of Paryushan and Das Lakshan, Jains observe this day by asking others for forgiveness and saying “Micchami Dukkadam.”
What is Samvatsari?
This group of people help plan retreats, local and virtual events, and act as liaisons between the RC and the Sanghs.
Who are Local Representatives (LRs)?
The 16th Tirthankara, whose previous life was as King Meghrath, who sacrificed himself to save a pigeon.
Who is Lord Shantinath?
This Jain monk traveled to seek help from the Saka king after an evil ruler abducted his sister in the story called the Kalakacharya Katha.
Who is Acharya Kalaka (Kalakacharya)?
This Parmeshthi has 25 attributes, including the study of the 11 Angas and 14 Purvas.
Who are the Upadhyaya?
This day in November is dedicated to knowledge and reverence for scriptures.
What is Jnan Panchami?
The number of board members on the YJA board.
What is 17?
This Tirthankara’s symbol is the Shrivatsa (an auspicious mark), and his birth took place in Bhadrikpuri.
Who is Shitalnath?
In this story, a poor but extremely honest Jain layman refuses to compromise his ethics even when offered great wealth.
Who is Puniya Shravak?
These are the four pillars of the "Chaturvidh Sangh" which are governed by the Acharya.
Who are Sadhus, Sadhvis, Shravak, and Shravika?
A day of silence, fasting, and meditation to commemorate 150 Kalyanaks (auspicious events) of past, present, and future Tirthankars.
What is Maun Agiyaras?
The year YJA was established.
What is 1991?