Bharat Devotion

श्वेताम्बर

Literal Meaning

White-clad

Etymology & Sanskrit Root

From Sanskrit 'sveta' (white) + 'ambara' (clothing).

Spiritual Insight & Context

Svetambara monastics wear simple white robes, one of the key practices distinguishing this Jain tradition from the unclothed Digambara.

Where श्वेताम्बर Comes Up