Mahavir Jayanti SMS And Celebrations
By Arnab, Gaea News NetworkSunday, March 28, 2010
NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Today, the Mahavir Jayanti is being celebrated in various parts of India by the followers of the founder of Jain religion, Lord Mahavir. The followers of the Lord are also exchanging devotional SMSes between themselves. President Pratibha Patil and the Prime Minister of India, Manmohan Singh has wished the residents all the best on this holy occasion. On this occasion, the Jain temples are generally adorned with flowers and flags. The idol of the deity is given a holy bath which is called abhishek. The devotees make offerings to the lord with milk, fruits, lamps etc. Today the occasion is likely to be celebrated in the same manner. A lot of people will also offer prayers to the deity at the Jain temples located at places like Kundalpur, Parsvanath and Pawapuri.
While greeting the residents of the nation, the Prime Minister said that the teachings and life of Lord Mahavir inspire people to adopt a simple and compassionate attitude. He also added that the sayings of the leader serve as a light for the devotees. Massive processions are likely to be held in various parts of the country to celebrate the occasion. The Devotees can send SMSes to the believers and they can find a number of Mahavir Jayanti SMSes in the web as well.
Parkash Singh Badal, the chief minister of Punjab has also greeted the residents on Mahavir Jayanti. He said that Lord Mahavir believed in communal harmony and universal brotherhood, the values that are relevant in the present times. He appealed to the residents to adhere to the path of harmony to strengthen national integrity.
