Answer

In many Jain communities, Day 4 of Paryushan is observed with deeper focus on:

• Pratikraman – repentance for faults committed knowingly or unknowingly
• Swadhyay – study and reflection on Jain teachings
• Tapasya – fasting or other forms of self-discipline
• Kashay control – reducing anger, pride, deceit, and greed
• Inner purification – becoming more aware of one’s thoughts, words, and actions

Explanation

Paryushan is a sacred period for cleansing the soul through right faith, right knowledge, and right conduct. By the fourth day, the purpose is not only external religious activity, but also deeper internal transformation.

A devotee may reflect:

• Have I hurt any living being through mind, speech, or body?
• Have I spoken harshly or carelessly?
• Have anger, ego, dishonesty, or attachment controlled me?
• Can I become more forgiving, humble, truthful, and compassionate?

Spiritual Understanding

Day 4 is a reminder that Jain Dharma is not only about ritual, but about changing the soul’s direction from attachment toward purity.

The true spirit of Paryushan is:

• Less reaction, more awareness
• Less ego, more humility
• Less harm, more compassion
• Less attachment, more inner peace

Takeaway

On Day 4 of Paryushan, try to practice sincere repentance, self-restraint, forgiveness, and mindful living. Even one genuine step toward reducing kashay is meaningful spiritual progress.