The central Rishabha icon of this complex is called Adinatha or simply Dada (grandfather). This icon is the most revered of all the murtipujaka icons, believed by some in the Jain tradition to have miracle making powers, according to John Cort. [ 88 ]

Adinath (IAST: Ādinātha) is a Sanskrit word meaning "First Lord" and can refer to:

Jun 21, 2024 · Adinatha means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit, Jainism, Prakrit, the history of ancient India, Marathi. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page.

Rishabhanatha, the first of the 24 Tirthankaras (“Ford-Makers,” i.e., saviours) of Jainism, a religion of India. His name comes from the series of 14 auspicious dreams that his mother had, in which a bull (rishabha) appeared, before his birth. He is also known as Adinatha (“Lord of the Beginning”)

Adinatha temple (IAST: Ādinātha Mandir) is a Jain temple located at Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is dedicated to the Jain tirthankara Adinatha, although its exterior walls also feature Hindu deities.

Teachings from many lands focusing on the Adinath and Uttara Kaula lines as a spiritual path. The Sanskrit term Adinath means first or original Lord, and is therefore a synonym for Shiva, Mahadeva, or Maheshvara, and beyond these mental concepts, the Supreme Reality as the originator of all things.

Feb 9, 2025 · Adinatha in Buddhism represents the original Buddha, symbolizing the source of all other Buddhas. He embodies the essence of enlightenment, signifying the foundational truth and wisdom from which spiritual teachings derive.

Jun 16, 2021 · Adinath is the manifestation of Para-Jyoti, Parasamvit, Nirguna Shiva. A story is correlated with Adinath, which is somewhat like the early Vedic descriptions of the creation of the universe: Adinath emerged from the emptiness (shunyata).

Sep 26, 2024 · Adinatha (Aadinathar or Adinath) founded Jainism. He was the first of the 24 Jain Tirthankaras. Adinatha was born to Kosala king Nabhi and queen Marudevi in Ayodhya in the Ikshvaku dynasty. Adinatha was also known as Rishabh of Kosala. Adinatha is believed to have two wives: Yashasvati and Sunanda. Bharata and Brahmi were born to Yashasvati.

Photos and description of the architecture of Adinatha Temple, an 11th century monument near the Jain group of temples, with a 19th-century mandapa.