Answer

Yes, in Jain Dharma, silently remembering or mentally reciting mantras during periods is generally considered spiritually acceptable.

However, some families, sects, or temple traditions may avoid certain external religious activities during menstruation, such as:

• Entering the temple
• Touching idols, scriptures, or puja items
• Performing formal puja or rituals

But inner devotion, bhavna, mantra-smran, and remembering Arihant, Siddha, Acharya, Upadhyay, and Sadhu Bhagwant are not considered wrong.

Explanation

Periods are a natural bodily process. Jain Dharma places great importance on purity of thought, non-violence, self-control, and devotion.

During periods, if one feels physically weak or uncomfortable, it is fine to keep religious practice simple, such as:

• Mentally chanting Navkar Mantra
• Listening to stavan or pravachan
• Doing peaceful reflection
• Practicing forgiveness, humility, and calmness

If your family or local Jain tradition has specific rules, it is respectful to follow them for temple and ritual matters.

Spiritual Understanding

True dharma is connected with the soul, not the body. Even when external rituals are avoided, inner devotion can continue. Remembering the Panch Parmeshthi with purity of mind is always spiritually beneficial.

Takeaway

Reading or mentally chanting mantras during periods is generally okay, especially privately and with devotion. For temple rituals or touching sacred objects, follow your family or sect tradition respectfully.