I am khandelwal vaishya can i become jain
Yes. A Khandelwal Vaishya or anyone can become a Jain by adopting Jain principles and vows. Jainism welcomes sincere adoption of the path, regardless of birth or caste.
Simple path for a lay follower (śrāvik/śrāvika):
- Take refuge in the Three Jewels: Namo Arihant, Namo Siddhā, Namo Guru.
- Accept the Five Great Vows (Ahimsa, Satya, Achaurya/Stealing, Brahmacharya, Aparigraha) as your daily guiding vows (these are the core for householders; many followers also practice the additional Anuvratas and Samayik).
- Try to live with non-violence, truthfulness, respect for others’ property, fidelity, and non-attachment in everyday life.
- Engage regularly with a local Jain sangh, temple, or scholar for guidance, prayers, and study.
If you are seriously considering a formal entry as a Jain, you should know:
- There is no single universal conversion rite or certificate for becoming Jain. The path is about faith, practice, and community recognition.
- If you wish to pursue a monastic path, a Diksha (initiation) is involved, and there are differences in how Digambara and Śvetāmbara traditions carry out Diksha and monastic rules. A Jain mendicant or temple authority can explain the specifics for your region.
What to do next:
- Visit or contact your nearest Jain temple or sangh to meet a monk or senior lay teacher.
- Ask about the local practice for a lay entry (refuge in the Three Jewels and taking the Anuvratas) and, if desired, about Diksha options within the tradition you’re drawn to.
You can read more about how a layperson formally aligns with Jainism here