What are the nine brahmacharya vada in english
In Jainism, the nine brahmacharya-vratas are commonly explained as the nine protections or supports of celibacy. In English, they are often given as:
- Avoid talking about women/men in an exciting way
- Avoid listening to talks that stir lust
- Avoid looking at attractive forms with desire
- Avoid recalling past sensual enjoyment
- Avoid tasting delicious foods that increase desire
- Avoid wearing luxurious or sensual ornaments/clothes
- Avoid eating too much or rich food
- Avoid being alone with the opposite sex
- Avoid keeping close physical contact with the opposite sex
These are meant to help protect brahmacharya and support purity of mind, speech, and conduct.
In different Jain traditions, the wording may vary a little, but the meaning remains the same: to guard celibacy and restraint carefully.