During Dashalakshana Parva, which is one of the most important annual festivals observed by the Digambar Jains, followers focus on spiritual upliftment and self-purification. The festival spans ten days and centers on the contemplation and practice of the ten universal virtues (Dashalakshana Dharma):

1. Uttam Kshama (Supreme Forgiveness)
2. Uttam Mardava (Supreme Humility)
3. Uttam Arjava (Supreme Straightforwardness)
4. Uttam Shauch (Supreme Contentment/Purity)
5. Uttam Satya (Supreme Truthfulness)
6. Uttam Sanyam (Supreme Self-restraint)
7. Uttam Tap (Supreme Austerity)
8. Uttam Tyag (Supreme Renunciation)
9. Uttam Akinchanya (Supreme Non-attachment)
10. Uttam Brahmacharya (Supreme Celibacy/Chastity)

Practices during Dashalakshana Parva:

• Daily Discourses: Each day is dedicated to one virtue, with sermons, scriptural readings, and discussions focusing on understanding and imbibing that quality.
• Fasting and Dietary Restraints: Many devotees undertake fasting (upvas), eat simple food, or observe dietary restrictions as a form of self-discipline.
• Prayers and Pujas: Special prayers, rituals, and pujas are performed in temples and at home.
• Repentance and Forgiveness: Jains introspect on their actions, seek forgiveness from others, and resolve to avoid negative actions in the future.
• Charity and Good Deeds: Acts of compassion, charity, and service are encouraged.
• Study of Scriptures: Jains study sacred texts, especially those that elaborate on the ten virtues.
• Celebration of Anant Chaturdashi: The festival concludes with Anant Chaturdashi, which is considered highly auspicious, marked by special ceremonies and the seeking of forgiveness (Kshamavani).

Dashalakshana Parva is a time for Digambar Jains to renew their commitment to the path of right conduct, purify their minds, and progress spiritually.