Answer

No. During Paryushan, one should especially avoid abusive language, harsh words, insults, anger, and hurtful speech.

In Jain Dharma, speech should be guided by:

• Ahimsa — non-violence in words, thoughts, and actions
• Satya — truthful and beneficial speech
• Kshama — forgiveness
• Samyama — self-control

Explanation

Paryushan is a sacred time for inner purification, repentance, forgiveness, and spiritual discipline. Abusive language harms others emotionally and increases anger, ego, and attachment within oneself.

Even if someone makes a mistake or behaves badly, Jain Dharma encourages us to respond with patience and restraint instead of abusive words.

Spiritual Understanding

Words can also create himsa. Harsh speech may not physically injure someone, but it can hurt their mind and disturb our own soul. During Paryushan, we try to reduce such karma by practicing humility, maitri, and forgiveness.

Takeaway

During Paryushan, avoid abusive language completely. Speak gently, forgive sincerely, and if you have hurt someone by words, ask for forgiveness with a pure heart: Micchami Dukkadam.