Pachkan for different taps

In Jainism, Pachkan (or Pachkhan) refers to a vow or mental resolve, often recited before undertaking various austerities (tapas) or spiritual practices. It helps set clear intentions and boundaries, ensuring discipline and mindfulness during the practice. The specific wording of Pachkan may vary depending on the type of austerity (tap) one is undertaking.

Here are the Pachkan examples for common types of tapas:

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1. Ekasana Pachkan (One meal a day)

Sanskrit/Prakrit Example: "Ajja aham ekasamam bhoyanam karissami, atthavayam majjhimayam samayam pariyantaṃ, tavadicchaṃ khavissam, tavadicchaṃ pivissam, tavadicchaṃ sayissam, tavadicchaṃ uṭṭhassam, tavadicchaṃ uccāram karissami, tavadicchaṃ vaccam karissami, tavadicchaṃ thānam karissami."

Meaning: Today, I will take only one meal. From now until tomorrow's sunrise, I will eat, drink, sleep, wake up, attend to nature’s call, and perform all activities only after due thought and within the limits of my vow.

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2. Biyasana Pachkan (Two meals a day)

Similar to Ekasana, but the resolve is to take food only twice a day.

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3. Upvas Pachkan (Fasting day)

Example: "Aham ajja upvasaṃ karissami, pannagaṃ, choyaṃ, rasāvaṃ, dugdham, etc. na khavissami na pivissami, atthavayam majjhimayam samayam pariyantam. Uvasam majjhimayam samayam pariyantam khame."

Meaning: Today, I observe a complete fast (upvas). Until sunrise tomorrow, I will not eat or drink anything (except boiled water, if allowed), and will maintain my resolve with discipline.

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4. Ayambil Pachkan (Special mono-diet)

Example: "Aham ajja ayambil tapaṃ karissami. Ajja majjhimayam samayam pariyantam ekavihariyāṃ rasa-rahitāṃ, saṃyama-rahitāṃ ahāraṃ khavissami, tavadicchaṃ pivissami, tavadicchaṃ sayissami, tavadicchaṃ uṭṭhassam, tavadicchaṃ uccāram karissami, tavadicchaṃ vaccam karissami, tavadicchaṃ thānam karissami."

Meaning: Today, I will perform Ayambil Tap. I will eat only one tasteless, simple meal, with no spices, oil, or dairy, and will observe all associated rules until the next sunrise.

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5. Chauvihar Pachkan (No food or water after sunset)

Example: "Aham ajja chauvihar vratam grahṇami. Ajja sāyam samay pariyantam na khavissami, na pivissami, na chuvissami, na rasam pivissami."

Meaning: Today, I accept the vow of Chauvihar. From sunset until sunrise, I will not eat or drink anything, including water.

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Note:

• These Pachkans may be spoken in Prakrit, Sanskrit, or your regional language.
• The specifics can differ based on sect (Shwetambar, Digambar, etc.) and local tradition.
• It is recommended to learn the correct Pachkan wording from your Jain Guru, Sadhvi, or knowledgeable elders before practice.

If you need a Pachkan for a specific type of Tap or in a particular language, please specify, and I can provide it accordingly.