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    Kal for milk sweets

    10 months ago 50

    I think you’re asking about whether milk sweets are appropriate in Jain practice, possibly with a reference to “kal” (time/occasion). Here is a concise Jain perspective:

    • General principle: Many Jains avoid dairy and dairy-derived sweets because producing milk often involves harm to animals. This is consistent with ahimsa (non-violence) as a core Jain value.
    • Digambar/Shwetambar nuance: There are differences in interpretation between Digambar and Shwetambar communities. Some adherents may abstain from all dairy, while others might permit dairy products if they are produced without cruelty and with minimal harm. In both traditions, the emphasis remains on avoiding harm to living beings.
    • Practical takeaway: If you follow strict ahimsa, you would typically avoid milk sweets. If you are in a context where dairy is produced in a way you deem non-harmful, some Jains may consider it acceptable, but this is a matter of individual conscience and community guidance.

    If you can share exactly what you mean by “kal” (a specific festival, time, or rule) I can tailor the guidance more precisely within Jain dharma.

    Note: For accurate, tradition-specific details, you may want to refer to Jain sources or local Jain guidance aligned with your sect.

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