dash lakshan starting date
Dash Lakshan Parva, also known as Paryushan Parva among the Shwetambar Jains, is one of the most important festivals in Jainism, especially celebrated by the Digambar Jain community. The Dash Lakshan Parva begins on the day immediately after the Samvatsari (the last day of Paryushan observed by Shwetambar Jains). It typically falls in the month of Bhadrapada (August–September) according to the Jain lunar calendar.
In 2024, Dash Lakshan Parva is expected to start on 8th September and continue for ten days, culminating on 17th September. The festival focuses on the ten universal virtues (Dash Lakshan Dharma) such as forgiveness (Kshama), humility (Mardava), straightforwardness (Arjava), contentment (Santosha), truth (Satya), self-restraint (Samyam), penance (Tapa), renunciation (Tyaga), non-attachment (Akinchanya), and celibacy (Brahmacharya).
Dates may slightly vary based on local calendars and traditions, so it is always best to confirm with your local Jain temple or community.