Ep-6: Detachment Period
Time passed, and Vardhmankumar had a daughter named "Priyadarshana." By the time he turned 28, both his parents had passed away, awakening the detachment that had always resided within him. Expressing his desire to take diksha, he confided in his elder brother, Nandivardhan.
Nandivardhan, his voice tinged with emotion, responded, "Brother, I have always been aware of your detachment since childhood. You possess extraordinary understanding, decision-making abilities, and knowledge beyond imagination. That's why, even in our mother's womb, you decided not to take diksha during our parents' lifetime. But consider this—our beloved parents have just departed. If you leave me now, it will be unbearable for me. I humbly request that you wait a little longer. Your humility knows no bounds, and I trust you will agree to my request."
Vardhmankumar, the epitome of politeness, respectfully replied, "If you insist, I will postpone my decision for two years, but thereafter, please do not ask for more." Thus, Vardhmankumar remained with the family for two years, during which time he completely transformed his lifestyle. His detachment was evident in his behavior and way of life. He refused any food prepared specifically for him, observed celibacy, and spent most of his time in meditation, as if using this period as preparation for the profound spiritual journey that awaited him. When the first year passed, celestial beings called "Lokantik" descended and as part of their duty reminded Vardhmankumar to take diksha and enlighten the world through his teachings. With this, excitement filled Kshatriyakund..