Once, rather than shaving, he tore his hair out by the roots.
Once, rather than shaving, he tore his hair out by the roots. Fragrant Mandara flowers, the ocean of milk, and a fire fed by sacrificial butter were the subjects of three of the sixteen dreams portending his birth. He was born to two followers of Lord Parshva after being transferred from Devananda's womb to Trisala's womb. Some believe he was given a white robe by Indra after casting off his clothes. This occurred after he fasted for two and a half days under an Asoka tree, obtaining enlightenment. He shared his knowledge by preaching for seven days before dying, stressing the absolute prohibition on killing. FTP, name this twenty-fourth tirthankara, the last great teacher of Jainism.
Once, rather than shaving, he tore his hair out by the roots.
{Mahavira}