Answer

Yes, during Paryushan you may take pachkan for specific things only, according to your capacity and sincerity.

A simple way to do it is:

“Michchhami Dukkadam. Hu Paryushan na divaso ma ______ no tyag karu chhu.”

Fill in the blank with what you are giving up, such as:

• kandmool
• green vegetables
• sweets
• outside food
• mobile/social media entertainment
• anger, harsh words, or unnecessary arguments
• eating after sunset
• one meal / beasan / upvas, according to capacity

Explanation

In Jain Dharma, pachkan means taking a disciplined vow of restraint. It should be:

• Clear — what exactly you are giving up
• Limited — for how many days
• Practical — something you can sincerely follow
• Spiritual — done with the intention of reducing attachment and passions

For example:

“Hu Paryushan na 8 divaso sudhi mithai no tyag karu chhu.”

or

“Hu Paryushan darimyan mobile entertainment no tyag karu chhu.”

or

“Hu Paryushan na divaso ma suryast pachhi bhojan nahi karu.”

Spiritual Understanding

Paryushan is a time for self-purification, restraint, forgiveness, pratikraman, swadhyay, and inner discipline. Even a small pachkan, if taken sincerely, helps reduce attachment and strengthens spiritual awareness.

It is better to take a small vow and follow it properly than to take a very difficult vow and break it.

Takeaway

Take pachkan according to your strength, keep it clear, and follow it with humility and devotion. If possible, take guidance from your guru, sadhu-sadhviji, or knowledgeable shravak/shravika in your tradition.