Mahavir Nirvana | Jainism

Holy Day: Mahavira Nirvana (Diwali)
Date: Friday 1 November 2024
Faith: Jainism

Description: This is India’s annual festival of lights, celebrated throughout the nation. In Jainism it has special significance, as on this day Lord Mahavira gave his last teachings and attained ultimate liberation (nirvana).