Answer

Yes, in Jain Dharma, many women do continue doing Samayik during periods, especially as an inner spiritual practice of equanimity, prayer, repentance, and self-reflection.

However, practices can differ by family, sect, temple rules, and local tradition. In some communities, women may avoid certain external religious activities during periods, such as:

• Going to the temple
• Touching idols, scriptures, or ritual items
• Performing puja or temple rituals

But mental devotion, Namokar Mantra, pratikraman bhavna, meditation, and Samayik with purity of mind are generally considered spiritually beneficial.

Explanation

Samayik is mainly about:

• Equanimity
• Non-violence in thought, speech, and action
• Repentance for mistakes
• Detachment from worldly activities
• Remembering the soul’s true nature

If you are physically uncomfortable, you can do it in a simple way: sit peacefully, recite Namokar Mantra, reflect on forgiveness, and keep calm thoughts.

Spiritual Understanding

In Jain Dharma, the purity of the soul is higher than external bodily conditions. Periods are a natural bodily process. The main focus during Samayik should be inner purity, humility, and awareness.

Takeaway

You may do Samayik during periods, especially at home and with inner devotion. If your family or sect follows specific maryada, it is respectful to follow that guidance while still maintaining prayer, mantra, and spiritual reflection.