Chaityaparipati (Temple Visit) - Jain daily practice

Chaityaparipati involves visiting several Jain temples (derasars) in a prescribed sequence, typically early in the morning. Devotees walk from temple to temple, performing darshan and a brief puja at each one. It is especially popular in Gujarati Jain communities.

Regular darshan strengthens faith, brings mental peace, and is considered highly meritorious. Walking to temples also brings physical and spiritual discipline.

Also called

चैत्यपरिपाटी

Kind of practice

Daily Practice

Difficulty

Beginner

When

Morning

Suitable for

All

How it is done

1. Wake up early and bathe.

2. Wear clean white or simple clothes.

3. Visit temples in sequence, performing darshan and brief puja.

4. Complete the circuit and return home before daily duties.

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