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Q: Which fruits are forbiden
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In Jainism, there is no single universal list of “forbidden fruits” for every Jain. Most fresh, unripe-free, non-fermented fruits are generally allowed.However, strict Jains may avoid certain fruits if they are ... Read More
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Q: Is raw Kandi and tomatoes can be given to Jain sadhu
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In strict Jain sadhu gochari, I would treat raw tomatoes as unsuitable to offer. Jain mendicants are to receive only faultless alms from the household’s ordinary food, and the offering rules specifically avoid items like seeds of fruits and other ine... Read More
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Q: Is salad abhakshya
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No, salad is not inherently abhakshya in Jainism. But whether a salad is acceptable depends on its ingredients.Explanation
In Jain dharma, abhakshya means food that should not be eaten at all.... Read More
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Q: Do Jain sadhu consume tomatoes mixed with dal or dahi
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Generally, no. Jain sadhus and sadhvis do not consume tomatoes, whether they are mixed with dal or with dahi.Explanation
In Jain monastic life, food rules are very strict and based on ahimsa. Tomatoes are usually avoided by Jain monks and nuns i... Read More
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Q: Which dry fruits are abhaksya
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In Jain dharma, most plain dry fruits are not considered abhakshya. Common dry fruits like almonds, walnuts, cashews, pistachios, raisins, dates, apricots, and figs are usually allowed if they are plain and not mixed with prohibited ... Read More
