Answer

In Jain practice, if something was touched indirectly by a person connected to the third day of periods, many traditional Jain families would treat it as needing purification, especially if it is related to:

• Derasar or temple items
• Puja materials
• Religious books
• Food meant for offering
• Kitchen items used for strict religious purity

If it is an ordinary household object, the level of concern depends on your family tradition and sect practice.

Explanation

In many Jain household customs, during menstruation a woman traditionally avoids certain religious activities and touching sacred or ritual items for a few days. The exact rules can vary by family, sect, and local custom.

Your question is about indirect contact: person A touched a person on the third day of periods, and then person A touched another object.

In such cases, conservative practice is:

• If it is washable, wash it properly.
• If it is clothing, wash it.
• If it is a metal/steel item, clean it with water.
• If it is a sacred item, ask a knowledgeable elder, guru, or temple authority before using it again.
• If it is food, many strict households would avoid using it for religious offering.

Spiritual Understanding

In Jain Dharma, the main inner focus should remain on:

• Ahimsa
• Cleanliness
• Respect for religious purity
• Calmness of mind
• No hatred, shame, or disrespect toward the menstruating person

Menstruation should not be treated with insult or negativity. Traditional restrictions are usually followed as rules of ritual purity and discipline, not as a judgment of the person.

Takeaway

If it was a normal household item, clean it if you feel concerned. If it was a religious or puja-related item, follow your family or temple’s tradition and ask a knowledgeable Jain elder for the correct purification method.