Answer

In Jain Dharma, masturbation during Paryushan is not considered spiritually appropriate.

Paryushan is a sacred time for:

• self-control
• purity of mind and body
• restraint from sensual desires
• repentance and inner purification
• progress toward brahmacharya

So, if you are observing Paryushan sincerely, it is best to avoid masturbation during these days.

Explanation

Jain Dharma teaches control over passions and attachments. Sexual desire is connected with kaam and bodily attachment. During Paryushan, one tries to reduce such desires through:

• pratikraman
• samayik
• swadhyay
• tapasya
• forgiveness
• discipline of thoughts, words, and actions

Even for householders, Paryushan is a time to practice a higher level of restraint than usual.

Spiritual Understanding

The purpose is not to feel shame or hatred toward the body. The purpose is to gently train the mind away from sensual dependency and toward the soul’s purity.

If you already did it, do not fall into guilt. Instead:

• accept it honestly
• do pratikraman with sincerity
• ask forgiveness from your inner self
• make a calm resolve to be more restrained

Takeaway

During Paryushan, it is best to avoid masturbation and practice brahmacharya, self-control, and inner purification with humility and sincerity.