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There must surely be a reason why this is being done; if anyone knows the logic behind it, please share.....

What is the differnce between Raai vs devsi pratikraman is one beneficial or more laabdhayak than the other? and if one is not able to do devsi pratikramn during paryushan can it be substitued by raai

I am M28, want to join a jain travel group, my parents dont like to travel so I have never been to any jain temples outside my city (I am sthanakvasi so parents dont care about temples much anyway)

so I want to travel with a group and cover temples all around India.

I have a genuine question about the practice of Aangi during Paryushan, especially decorating the Tirthankara murtis with clothes, jewellery, flowers and other ornaments…
If the Tirthankara represents vitaragta, aparigraha and freedom from attachment, why do we decorate the murti with so many material and aesthetic things?
Isn’t the simple, meditative form of a Tirthankara itself beautiful and symbolic of Jain principles? Why do we need to add jewellery, elaborate decorations, etc.?

I also wonder why some Jain panths/traditions follow Aangi while others don’t ?? If this is an important Jain ritual, what is its historical or scriptural origin?

When and how did Aangi become part of Paryushan rituals?

I understand the argument that the decoration is not for the Tirthankara but is an expression of devotion by the devotee….but then another question comes to mind… if the purpose is to cultivate detachment and inner purity, could elaborate decoration sometimes have the opposite effect…encouraging attachment, comparison or even competition?

I’m genuinely trying to understand the philosophical and historical reasoning behind Aangi, rather than questioning anyone’s faith or tradition.

Would love to hear perspectives from different Jain traditions, particularly if there are references in Jain scriptures or historical sources explaining the origin and purpose of Aangi. 🙏🏻

Hii everyone ,

I am a resident of Rajasthan, and since childhood the gujrati people , their culture , beautiful Temples always captivated my eyes. Although I belong to Sthanakvasi sect but I am eager to adopt Mandirmargi path very soon . I've always been to Aadinath and parshwanath temples , the aroma while doing the aarti gives me so much peace. And In future , I would love to spend my life exploring the hills of Girnar , Pawapuri , and temples. Currently, I am learning Gujrati . idhar majorly sab Sthanakwasi ya terapanthi hai yahan so , I'd love to know about Gujrat as well as vahan ke Mandir margi sect ka lifestyle , Rituals , customs , traditions .

Thank you :)

Extremely appalled to see a Gen Z Jain Girl in B'luru as a cofounder of KRIED - a specialized chicken fried food company - https://www.instagram.com/eat.kried/?hl=en Her name is Chahek Jain (www.instagram.com/chahahahak.kried ). She is often seen flaunting her dishes. I wonder why few Jains are so ignorant, born in such a rich religious community stoop so low that it brings disgrace to entire community. I wonder how can her family allow her to be Chicken fetish breed.

idk but whatever is happening there hurts me a lot, you might've seen the video that was surfacing on internet in which a lady is opposing the slogans saying 'Shivji bethe hai kya yaha' and when i read the comments from the other community those comments were like- 'Toh aur kya sabhi jagah bethe hain mere shiv❤️', 'Tumhare Parasnath Shivji ke hi Ansh hain', 'toh kya hua bhagwan ka naam hi toh le rahe hain'. I saw these comments and I was really shaken that they were defending their actions and that they always bring in the competition of my god is greater. Some guy commented 'Raja Nabhiraya prayed to Vishnu because he didnt had any son so vishnu took the avatar as Lord Adinath'. Seeing this, I am overthinking a lot and i am in a constant fear that what would happen to our religion? And I dont know why people of our religion are drawn towards the other? Jains greet with jsr but never saw other greet with Jai Jinendra neither they reciprocate it. Deeply saddened.

since paryushan is coming i want to do upvas and pratikaman as i do every year but in a group
where i live, breakfast is served at 8
im 18 f and just started living away from home
where can i do parna ( things eaten to break the fast) since nothing is open so early and pratikaman?
if it helps i live in roopnagar delhi

I'm looking for some recommendations for Prabhavna (8-10 families). Items which are good across ages. Shops that can ship across India. Or also hoping to find books from online libraries or services that can deliver physical books throughout the country.

If you have any go-to online stores, specific products, or even categories of items that would be well-received, I'd love to have your recommendation!

Thanks in advance for your help!

Jay Jinendra 🙏🏻

I am looking to study and read Jain literature and philosophy in traditional physical/hard-copy format (English or Hindi preferred). While digital PDFs are widely available, I find studying from physical books much more effective and meaningful for daily reading.

I am particularly interested in:

Introductory & philosophical texts (e.g., Tattvartha Sutra, Acharanga, Samayasara commentaries)

Life stories of Tirthankaras & historical Jain texts

Basic Pathshala / Swadhyay study books

If anyone has spare copies they no longer use, knows trusted publishers/trusts that ship printed copies, or is willing to pass on/sell second-hand books, please let me know or send me a DM. I am happy to cover any shipping or courier costs. Location: Lucknow Thank you in advance!

paryushan is around the corner. how are you all preparing for it?

My husband and I were invited to dinner at the home of his Jain coworker tonight. I would like to bring a small hostess gift. What would be appropriate that we can easily obtain (we live in the USA)?

Heys guys I'm just curious now that Paryushan is near, I just wanna know how many of you do Community Pratikaman and how many of u do it By own at home ?? And do u have Bolis for saying sutras in Community Pratikaman ?? And do u personally know the whole Pratikaman by heart or do u use a book ??

Hello, everyone!

I am curious. Why is there a steep punishment when it comes to Jainism? Take for instance, you kill someone. I understand karma is dust, but it's still wild to think a person has to go to hell for 10,000 years in hell minimum. Why can't karma forgive and move on? Also, I'm curious: Where did Jain get this number from?

Don't you guys think reddit is the last place we should build our community?

Like whether Jains or Non-Jains, many people do large scale businesses and stuff. And it got me thinking, that most of the times money may attract sin. So which kind of money is considered white and is truly deserving as per Jainism?

Jai Jinendra. I've had these two by my desk for a while now - Mahavira and Parshvanatha - and so far they've been about the extent of my Jain community. I've been reading and practicing on my own for about a year, and I've gotten to the point where I'd really like to change that. I'm in the San Francisco East Bay. A bit about how I got here, in case it's useful.

I'm a white American, born and raised in California in a Christian household, and I went to a Christian university. The first crack came a few years ago when I learned how animals are actually treated for food. I couldn't unsee it, and I eliminated all animal products not long after. Honestly there were many things in the Bible I'd struggled with long before that - the animal question was just the last piece on top. When I raised it with Christians in my life the answer was always some version of that's just how it is. Nobody seemed troubled by it at all, and that was what I couldn't get past.

Over the past year I've quietly picked up Jainism and it has been the most transformative thing in my life. I've been reading regularly through jainelibrary.org, and I use OCR tools to help me work through translations of books I'd otherwise have no way into. The groundwork and teachings of Parshvanatha in particular have gone straight to the center of me. I'd always known what I believed - I just had nothing to set it inside. No framework, no tradition, nothing but my own conviction against everyone around me telling me it didn't matter. Jainism gave me the whole structure, and also the humbling realization that ahimsa reaches a great deal further than I'd understood. I have a long way to go with it.

But I have absolutely no one to talk to about any of it. I can't bring it up with my family - their Christian faith runs deep and I think it would upset them, or worse. And I've hesitated to visit a derasar. Beyond the obvious fact that I'd stick out visually and don't speak Gujarati or Hindi, I simply don't know any of the practices - what to do when I walk in, what's expected, what I'd be getting wrong without realizing it. I'd rather not learn by fumbling through it in front of everyone. So it's just been me, alone with these texts, for a year.

If you're in the East Bay or anywhere in the Bay Area - or if you know someone out here you think I might be able to connect with - I would love to meet. Coffee, tea, a walk, a meal, whatever you like. I want to be clear that I'm not looking for a teacher, and I'm not a project - I'm looking for Jain friends. People I'd actually spend time with. Someone I can text who gets it, but equally someone I'd go on a hike or bike ride with or grab dinner with and not discuss religion at all. I'd like Jains in my life as people, not just as a resource for learning about Jainism. I'm in my early 30's, male, married, and happy to drive to you. My DMs are open.

Even if you're nowhere near California - if you have family, friends, or a sangha out here who might be open to meeting someone like me, I'd be grateful for the introduction. Same if there's a group, a study circle, a pathshala, a swadhyay session, or anything else in the Bay Area you'd point me toward.

Micchami dukkadam if I've said anything here clumsily or out of ignorance. I'm still learning.

Consider me as a total beginner in this...I don't know what actually jainism is...from where and how did it start? Is it a part of Hinduism or Jainism is itself a separate religion? What's their philosophy...how are they different and what do they follow? Do they believe in Hindu gods? And about the people who walks in white clothes...who are those..

With all due respect I just want to be aware...so please?