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    how can we calculate porsi

    a month ago 5

    Answer

    To calculate Porsi in Jain practice, count 3 hours from local sunrise.

    Explanation

    Commonly used Jain time divisions are:
    • Porsi = about 3 hours after sunrise
    • Sadhporsi = about 4.5 hours after sunrise
    • Purimaddha = about 6 hours after sunrise

    So the basic formula is:

    • Porsi time = Sunrise + 3 hours

    Example: If sunrise is at 6:00 AM, then:

    • Porsi = 9:00 AM
    • Sadhporsi = 10:30 AM
    • Purimaddha = 12:00 PM

    Spiritual Understanding

    In Jain Dharma, these timings are used to maintain discipline, simplicity, and awareness in food practice. The purpose is not only timing, but also self-restraint and observance of proper conduct.

    Takeaway

    For most practical purposes, remember:

    Porsi = sunrise + 3 hours

    If you want, I can also give you a simple chart for Porsi, Sadhporsi, and Purimaddha based on any sunrise time.

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