Answer

During Paryushan, the most commonly recommended and spiritually meaningful japa is:

Navkar Mantra Japa

The Navkar Mantra is considered the supreme mantra in Jain Dharma because it bows to the highest spiritual qualities rather than asking for worldly benefits.

Explanation

You may do japa of:

• Navkar Mantra – best and most universal for all Jains
• “Namo Arihantanam” – to focus on Arihant Bhagwan
• “Namo Siddhanam” – to reflect on liberated souls
• Logassa Sutra – if you know it correctly
• Uvasaggaharam Stotra – traditionally recited for removal of obstacles, if learned properly

If you are unsure what to choose, simply do Navkar Mantra with devotion, correct pronunciation, and pure intention.

How to Do

• Sit calmly in a clean place.
• Bow mentally to Panch Parmeshthi.
• Chant slowly and mindfully.
• You may do 1 mala, 3 malas, 9 malas, or as per your capacity.
• Focus on forgiveness, humility, and purification of karma.

Spiritual Understanding

Paryushan is a time for inner purification, repentance, self-discipline, and forgiveness. Japa should not be done only as a ritual, but with feelings of:

• Micchami Dukkadam – seeking forgiveness
• Samyaktva – strengthening right faith
• Ahimsa – reducing harm in thought, speech, and action
• Vairagya – reducing attachment

Takeaway

For Paryushan, the safest and most powerful japa is Navkar Mantra Japa. Do it with humility, awareness, and the sincere wish to purify the soul.