Paryushan Parv - Jain festival observance

Paryushan (meaning "abiding" or "coming together") is the most significant Jain festival, lasting 8 days for Shwetambars and 10 days (Das Lakshan) for Digambars. It is a time for intense spiritual practice, fasting, attending pravachans, and seeking forgiveness from all living beings.

Paryushan is the ultimate festival of self-purification. The practice of universal forgiveness on the final day is one of the most beautiful traditions in any religion.

Also called

पर्युषण पर्व

Kind of practice

Festival Observance

Difficulty

Beginner

When

Anytime

Suitable for

All

How it is done

1. Observe various levels of fasting (from one meal to complete fast).

2. Attend daily pravachans and scripture readings.

3. Practice Samayik and Pratikraman daily.

4. On the last day (Samvatsari/Kshama Vani), seek forgiveness from everyone.

5. Say "Micchami Dukkadam" to all — asking forgiveness for any harm caused.

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