Jain Knowledge
Menu
  • JainGPT
  • Jain Directory
    • Jain Tirthsthaans
    • Jain Sangeetkars
    • Jain Pandits
    • Jain Acharya
    • Jain Businessman
  • Jain Media
    • Jain Stavan
    • Jain Pachkhan
    • Jain Stories
    • Jain Sutras
    • Jain Facts / Concepts
  • Advertise with us
Jain Knowledge
login Register

Get In Touch

phone
info@jainknowledge.com

online support

phone
Mumbai

India

  • Home
  • Jain Questions
  • I can do SAMAIK,Pratikaman,Worship the God(SEVA Puja after attending funeral procession of which has no blood relation
  • author Posted by
    Jain Follower

    I can do SAMAIK,Pratikaman,Worship the God(SEVA Puja after attending funeral procession of which has no blood relation

    5 months ago 77

    Yes, you can do:

    • Samayik
    • Pratikraman
    • Bhagwan ki seva–pūjā (worship)

    even after attending the funeral (antyeshti / cremation) of someone who is not your blood relative.

    In Jain Dharma:

    1. No real “ashauch / sutak” from another person’s death

    The soul (jīva) of that person has already moved on according to its own karma. Merely attending a funeral does not make you spiritually “impure” or unfit for dharma-kriyā. - You may (and should) continue Navkār mantra, samayik, pratikraman, swādhyāy, chaityavandan, etc. with shānt bhāv.

    1. Samayik & Pratikraman

    - These are internal practices of equanimity, reflection and repentance. - There is no restriction on doing them after a funeral, whether the person was related or not. - Just ensure: clean place, clean clothes, and a calm, detached mind.

    1. Seva–Pūjā / Temple worship

    - Scripturally, there is no permanent ban on pūjā after attending a funeral. - Some local communities keep a short, practical gap (e.g. bathe, change clothes, and then do pūjā) as a matter of cleanliness and social custom, not as a strict dharmic rule. - After a bath and fresh clothes, you may do: - Quiet darshan - Chaityavandan - Simple dravya-pūjā (if your local maryādā allows)

    1. Essence in Jain view

    - Real “purity” is of bhāv (inner state), not just body. - Continuing dharma after seeing death actually strengthens detachment (vairāgya) and reminds us of anityatā (impermanence). - So, doing samayik, pratikraman and bhakti after such an event is very appropriate.

    So, after attending a non-relative’s funeral, once you have done normal snān (bath) and changed clothes, you can absolutely do Samayik, Pratikraman and Bhagwan’s Seva–Pūjā, with peaceful and detached bhāv.

    About Jain Knowledge

    JainGPT by JainKnowledge.com is India’s first AI-powered platform dedicated entirely to Jainism. Here, you can ask any question related to Jain Dharma — from rituals and history to philosophy and daily practices — and receive instant, accurate answers rooted in Jain principles.

    Our mission is to make Jain knowledge accessible to all, especially the next generation, through the power of technology. Whether you're a curious student or a lifelong seeker, JainGPT is your trusted digital guide for all things Jain.

    Authentic Jain knowledge, made simple and accessible for every generation.
    Follow Us
    Facebook ↗ Instagram ↗

    Stay connected for Jain knowledge, insights and community updates.

    Jain Knowledge

    JainGPT by JainKnowledge.com is India’s first AI-powered platform dedicated entirely to Jainism. Ask questions related to Jain Dharma, rituals, history, philosophy and daily practices, and receive answers rooted in Jain principles.

    Explore
    • JainGPT
    • Jain Directory
    • Jain Media
    • Advertise With Us
    • Disclaimer
    Our Mission

    Our mission is to make Jain knowledge accessible to all, especially the next generation, through the power of technology. Whether you're a curious student or a lifelong seeker, JainGPT is your trusted digital guide for all things Jain.

    info@jainknowledge.com Online support
    Mumbai India

    Copyright © 2026 Jain Knowledge

    Created by Katalyst Corp.