In Jaina art and iconographic tradition, every Tirthankara is systematically associated with a unique animal or natural symbol emblem. Which emblem symbol is assigned to the first Tirthankara Rishabhanatha?

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Rishabhanatha, the foundational first Tirthankara of Jainism, is iconographically marked by the symbol of the Bull (Vrishabha or Rishabha), matching his name root. Similarly, the 23rd Tirthankara Parshvanatha is symbolized by the serpent, and the 24th master Mahavira is assigned the emblem of the lion.

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