In Jainism, pooja (worship) is a way to show reverence and devotion to the Tirthankaras (spiritual teachers) and to reflect on their virtues. Here is a general guide to performing Jain pooja:

1. Purification:

• Bathe and wear clean clothes before beginning the pooja.
• Clean the area where you will perform the pooja, usually in front of the idol (murti) of a Tirthankara.

2. Preparation:

• Arrange necessary items: flowers, rice, sandalwood paste, incense, aarti lamp, fruits, and a clean cloth.
• Sit peacefully and calm your mind.

3. Prayers and Offerings:

• Begin with the recitation of the Navkar Mantra (Namokar Mantra).
• Offer rice (aksat), flowers, sandalwood, and water to the idol as symbols of devotion.
• Light incense and lamps as a symbol of removing ignorance and spreading knowledge.
• Recite other prayers such as the Khamasaman, Logassa Sutra, or other stotras as per tradition.

4. Ashta Prakari Pooja (Eight Offerings): Traditional Jain pooja involves eight symbolic offerings: 1. Jal (water) – for purity 2. Chandan (sandalwood) – for coolness and calmness 3. Pushp (flowers) – for beauty and fragrance 4. Dhoop (incense) – for spreading virtue 5. Deep (lamp) – for knowledge 6. Akshat (rice) – for prosperity 7. Naivedya (sweets/fruit) – for self-control 8. Fal (fruit) – for the result of good deeds

5. Reflection and Meditation:

• After offering, meditate on the virtues of the Tirthankaras.
• Reflect on self-purification and resolve to practice ahimsa (non-violence), satya (truth), and other Jain principles.

6. Aarti and Pradakshina:

• Perform aarti (waving the lamp) while singing Jain aarti songs.
• Circumambulate the idol (pradakshina) as a mark of respect.

7. Conclusion:

• Bow down (pranam) to the Tirthankaras and seek forgiveness for any mistakes during the pooja.
• Distribute prasad (if prepared).

Important:

• Remember, Jain worship is not about asking for material favors, but about expressing gratitude and aspiring to emulate the virtues of the Tirthankaras.
• Always maintain non-violence and purity throughout the process.

If you follow a specific Jain sect (Svetambara, Digambara, etc.), there may be minor differences in pooja rituals. If you wish for a detailed step-by-step guide for a particular sect or temple, please specify.