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    Sthanak wasi samayik vidhi

    12 months ago 505

    Certainly! In Jainism, particularly among the Sthanakvasi sect of the Śvētāmbara tradition, Samayik is a very important spiritual practice. "Samayik" means attaining a state of equanimity, and it is a daily ritual prescribed for laypersons (śrāvaks and śrāvikās) to cultivate self-discipline, refrain from sinful activities, and practice meditation and reflection.

    Here is a typical Sthanakvasi Samayik Vidhi (procedure):

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    1. Preparation

    • Bathing: Clean the body and wear simple, clean clothes (preferably white).
    • Select a Clean Place: Sit in a quiet, clean place, often facing north or east.
    • Samayik Paduka: Keep a small wooden platform or a mat to sit upon.
    • Essential Items: Keep a muhpatti (mouth-cloth), a small book of prayers, and rosary (mala) if desired.

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    2. Commencement

    • Pranām: Bow to the Tirthankaras, Arihants, Siddhas, Acharyas, Upadhyayas, and Sadhus.
    • Prarthana: Recite the Namokar Mantra three times.

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    3. Samayik Sutra

    • Samayik Sutra: Recite the Samayik Sutra, expressing the resolve to remain in equanimity, avoid sinful acts, and refrain from attachment and aversion for the duration of Samayik (usually 48 minutes).
    • Example (in Prakrit/Sanskrit):
    _"Ichchhāmi samāyam samāiyāmi, samāyam karissāmi, savva pāvappagānam ajjhāvakkhānam, samāyam payāmi, samāyam karomi."_

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    4. Pratikraman and Pratyakhyan

    • Pratikraman: Reflect on past faults or transgressions and ask for forgiveness.
    • Pratyakhyan: Take vows, such as not to commit certain sins or not to indulge in specified activities during Samayik.

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    5. Meditation and Recitation

    • Jap and Dhyan: Engage in mental recitation of mantras (e.g., Namokar Mantra) or meditate on the soul's true nature.
    • Reading: Read scriptures or contemplate on Jain teachings.

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    6. Kayotsarga

    • Kayotsarga: Stand or sit still in kayotsarga posture (relaxed but motionless), and meditate, focusing on detachment from the body.

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    7. Samayik Samapti (Conclusion)

    • Kshamapana: Ask for forgiveness for any faults committed during Samayik.
    • Pranām: Bow again to the Panch Parmeshthi (five revered beings).
    • Uvasaggaharam Stotra or other prayers may be recited.
    • Vandan: Pay respects to elders and seek their blessings.

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    Key Points:

    • Duration: Samayik is ideally performed for 48 minutes (one muhurt).
    • Ahimsa: Strict non-violence in thoughts, words, and deeds is maintained.
    • Equanimity: The main objective is to maintain a state of inner peace and equanimity.

    If you want the exact text or sutras used in Sthanakvasi Samayik, you may refer to the Samayik Sutra book used in your local Jain Upashray or by Sthanakvasi groups.

    Note: There can be minor variations in the procedure depending on the specific tradition or teacher, but the essence remains the same.

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    If you need the exact prayers or sutras recited during Samayik, please specify, and I can provide the text.

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