In Jainism, "ghee boli" refers to the ceremonial auctioning of the privilege to pour ghee (clarified butter) during certain religious rituals, such as the Mahamastakabhisheka (great head-anointing ceremony) or other abhisheka (anointing) rituals performed on Tirthankara idols or sacred images.

Reasons for doing ghee boli:

1. Devotional Offering: Pouring ghee is considered a pious and meritorious act, symbolizing devotion and purity. Ghee is a sattvic (pure) substance in Jain rituals.
2. Fundraising for the Sangh: The boli (auction) allows the Jain sangh (community) to raise funds for temple maintenance, religious activities, and charitable works. The highest bidder wins the honor to pour ghee, and their donation supports the community.
3. Community Participation: Ghee boli provides an opportunity for community members to participate actively in religious events and to express their devotion.
4. Encouragement of Dana (Charity): Dana, or giving, is a core Jain value. Boli encourages members to practice generosity, which aids in the reduction of attachment (moh) and accrual of good karma.

Thus, ghee boli combines ritual devotion, community fundraising, and the practice of charity—important aspects of Jain religious and social life.