Answer

On Samvatsari, it is best to avoid masturbation.

Samvatsari is the most important day of Paryushan, meant for:

• self-control
• repentance
• forgiveness
• purifying thoughts, words, and actions

In Jain Dharma, sexual indulgence increases attachment, desire, and passions, so on a sacred day like Samvatsari, one should try to practice brahmacharya as much as possible.

Spiritual Understanding

Samvatsari is not just about food fasting; it is also about controlling the mind and senses. Even if you are not fasting, you can observe the day by keeping your thoughts pure, doing pratikraman, asking for forgiveness, and reducing passions.

Takeaway

If possible, do not masturbate today. Use the day for inner discipline, calmness, prayer, and forgiveness.

If you feel a strong urge, try to redirect yourself with:

• Navkar Mantra
• Samayik
• Pratikraman
• reading or listening to Jain teachings
• taking a walk or staying around family

Micchami Dukkadam.