Q: Chocolates can be eaten in ekasana

Answer

Generally, chocolates are not considered appropriate in ekasana.

Explanation

In Jain practice, ekasana means taking one meal in one sitting according to the rules of your tradition. It is usually... Read More 

Q: What all thing to avoid during ekasana in swetabar

Answer

In Śvetāmbara Jain practice, during ekasana you should generally avoid:

• Eating a second time on the same day
• Snacking between meals
• Tea, coffee, milk, juice, soft drinks, or any extra intake after the one mea... Read More 

Q: Dry fruits can be earen during ekasana

Answer

Yes, in general, dry fruits can be eaten during ekasana, if they are allowed in your family or community’s ekasana rules.

Explanation

Dry fruits like:

• almonds
• cashews
• raisins
• dates
• figs
• pista... Read More 

Q: When is chowmaso start

Answer

If you mean Jain Chaturmas / Chowmaso, then in 2026 it has already started:

• Shwetambar / Sthanakwasi: July 20, 2026
• Digambar: July 21, 2026 ( Read More 

Q: List of taps

Answer

In Jain Dharma, tapas means spiritual austerity or disciplined penance. It is generally divided into two main types:

Explanation

1) Bahya Tapas (External Austerities)

• Ānashan – Fasting
• Unodar... Read More