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    Can Shwetamber Shravan do Abhishek in Digamber jain mandir and vice verca

    3 weeks ago 16

    Answer

    Yes, they can usually do darshan respectfully, but Abhishek should be done only if that specific mandir’s tradition allows it. So:
    • Shwetambar shravak/shravika in a Digambar mandir: may visit, bow, and do darshan.
    • Digambar shravak/shravika in a Shwetambar mandir: may visit, bow, and do darshan.
    • Abhishek or other rituals: should be done according to the temple’s own vidhi and under the guidance of the local management or pujari.

    Explanation

    In Jain Dharma, Shwetambar and Digambar traditions have different temple rituals and puja paddhati. Because of this:
    • Some temples allow only their own traditional method of worship.
    • Some temples are more flexible for visitors.
    • A devotee should not insist on doing a ritual in their own sect’s style inside another sect’s mandir.

    So the correct approach is:

    1. Enter with reverence.
    2. Follow the mandir’s rules.
    3. Do not disturb the established tradition.
    4. If unsure, ask the temple authorities before performing Abhishek.

    Spiritual Understanding

    In Jain Dharma, the most important thing is bhav — pure intention, humility, and reverence.
    • Temple tradition matters.
    • But more important is respect for Jain unity and non-disruption.
    • A true shravak/shravika should avoid ego and follow the local maryada.

    So if a temple permits Abhishek, one may do it respectfully. If not, one should simply do darshan, vandan, and silent devotion.

    Takeaway

    Darshan is generally fine in both temples. Abhishek should be done only according to that mandir’s tradition and permission. Respect for the temple’s maryada is itself a Jain practice.
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