RELIGIONS
JAINISM
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Question
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How many Tirthankar got moksha from Sammed Shikhar ji?
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20
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15
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19
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24
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -"Shikarji” holds utmost importance in Jain Mythology. Out of 24 Tirthankara, 20 have attained ultimate salvation from this mountain and hence its importance.
Detailed explanation-2: -Twenty-one of the tirthankaras are said to have attained moksha in the kayotsarga (standing meditation posture), while Rishabhanatha, Neminatha and Mahavira are said to have attained moksha in the Padmasana (lotus position).
Detailed explanation-3: -According to FPJ, Palitana is considered a holy place for the Jains because the first Tirthankar is said to have attained Moksha there while Sammed Shikharji is considered one of the holiest pilgrimage places because 20 of the 24 Tirthankaras among other monks attained Moksha there.
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