Paryushan Parv is one of the most important and auspicious festivals in Jainism. Among Digambar Jains, it is known as "Das Lakshana Parva." This festival is a time of intense spiritual upliftment, self-discipline, and reflection.

Duration:

• For Digambar Jains, Das Lakshana Parva is celebrated for 10 days immediately after the end of Samvatsari (the last day of Paryushan celebrated by Shwetambar Jains).
• Each day is dedicated to the contemplation and practice of one of the ten supreme virtues (Dash Lakshan):

The Ten Virtues (Das Lakshan):

1. Uttam Kshama (Supreme Forgiveness)
2. Uttam Mardava (Supreme Modesty/Humility)
3. Uttam Arjava (Supreme Straightforwardness)
4. Uttam Shauch (Supreme Contentment/Purity)
5. Uttam Satya (Supreme Truth)
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)

Rituals and Practices:

• Fasting (Upvaas): Many observe fasts ranging from partial fasting to complete abstinence from food and water (Nirjal Upvaas).
• Prayers and Pooja: Devotees recite Jain scriptures, especially the Tattvartha Sutra, and participate in rituals at Jain temples.
• Self-Reflection: Emphasis is laid on self-analysis, repentance for past mistakes, and making resolutions for spiritual progress.
• Forgiveness (Kshamapana): On the last day, Jains seek forgiveness from all beings for any harm caused knowingly or unknowingly, saying "Micchami Dukkadam."

Significance:

• The festival is an occasion for purification of the mind and soul.
• It encourages the practice of ahimsa (non-violence), truth, and non-attachment.
• It is a time to shed bad karma and progress on the path of liberation (moksha).

Cultural Aspects:

• Discourses by Jain monks and scholars are held daily, focusing on the meaning and practice of each virtue.
• Community gatherings, charitable acts, and scriptural study are encouraged.
• The festival concludes with Anant Chaturdashi, marking the end of Das Lakshana Parva.

In summary, Paryushan Parv for Digambar Jains, celebrated as Das Lakshana Parva, is a profound period of spiritual discipline, self-purification, and moral introspection, central to the Jain way of life.