Answer

In Jain puja, Arghya is an offering made with deep devotion to the Arihant Bhagwan / Tirthankar Bhagwan.

It is usually a respectful offering of sacred substances such as water, sandalwood, flowers, rice, or other puja items, depending on the tradition and type of puja being performed.

Explanation

During puja, offering Arghya symbolizes:

• Respect and surrender to the Tirthankar Bhagwan
• Purification of one’s thoughts and intentions
• Devotion without desire for worldly reward
• Remembering the infinite virtues of Bhagwan

In many Jain pujas, Arghya is offered while reciting specific verses or mantras connected with the puja. The exact words and method may differ between traditions and local practices.

Spiritual Understanding

In Jain Dharma, Bhagwan does not need any material offering. The true purpose of Arghya is to awaken bhav—pure inner devotion—in the worshipper.

The outer offering reminds us to offer our ego, attachment, anger, pride, deceit, and greed, and to move toward purity of the soul.

Takeaway

Arghya during puja is not merely a ritual item; it is a devotional act of inner purification and reverence toward the liberated qualities of the Tirthankar.