Significance of Jvalanaprabha
Jvalanaprabha in Jainism encompasses two significant aspects. First, it represents the destructive force that contributed to the villagers' downfall, playing a crucial role in the narrative's cause-and-effect chain. Second, Jvalanaprabha is identified as the lord of the Nagakumaras, who was worshipped by Bhagiratha as he sought permission to guide the Ganga. This dual significance highlights both the destructive and divine elements associated with Jvalanaprabha in Jain teachings.
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Jain concept of 'Jvalanaprabha'
Jvalanaprabha in Jainism symbolizes both the destructive force causing downfall in a narrative and the revered lord of the Nagakumaras, worshipped by Bhagiratha for guidance to lead the Ganga.
From: Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Caritra
(1) The Naga who becomes the husband of Rishidatta after her death during childbirth.[1] (2) The instrument or force representing the destructive act that led to the villagers' downfall, critical in the cause-and-effect chain of the story.[2] (3) The lord of the Nagakumaras, whom Bhagiratha worshipped and sought permission from to lead the Ganga.[3]