4035 - The celestal necklace
Author: Amar Chitra Katha
Title: The Celestial Necklace: How a Promise Must Be Kept Publisher: Amar Chitra Katha Length: 31 pages Book Type: Comic book / Fable (Jaina tradition) Description: The Celestial Necklace tells the fascinating tale of King Shrenika, who receives a necklace of precious stones from a deva as a reward for his good deeds. However, the deva warns that if the necklace breaks, the person who repairs it will die. When the unavoidable occurs, Queen Chellana insists that it must be mended—even at the cost of the smith’s life. The dilemma deepens: would the king remain true to his promise and protect his people’s heirs? This Jain-inspired story, adapted from the Agamas by Muni Mahendrakumar, explores duty, sacrifice, and moral obligation. Keywords: Celestial necklace, Shrenika, Chellana, sacrifice, promise, Jain story Ideal For: Ages 10+, readers interested in moral fables, Jain tradition, and contemplative tales Theme: Duty and sacrifice, keeping one's word, moral conflict Tone: Thought-provoking, solemn, reflective