Answer

In Jain Dharma, Abhishek of Bhagwan in a Jain temple is ideally done by a person who follows purity, devotion, and Jain ethical discipline, especially Ahimsa.

A Hindu person is not automatically restricted just because they are Hindu. But if the person eats non-veg, Jain tradition would generally consider it inappropriate for them to perform Abhishek, unless they sincerely observe proper purity and respect the temple rules.

Explanation

Jain temples are based on the principle of Ahimsa Paramodharma — non-violence is the highest religion. Since eating non-veg involves violence toward living beings, it is not aligned with Jain values.

For Abhishek and other temple rituals, Jain tradition emphasizes:

• Clean body and clothes
• Pure and respectful mind
• No leather items inside temple where restricted
• Following temple maryada/rules
• Avoiding food and habits connected with himsa

Many Jain temples may not allow a non-vegetarian person to perform Abhishek, especially if temple rules require the person to be vegetarian or follow specific purity vows.

Spiritual Understanding

Abhishek is not just a physical ritual. It is an act of devotion, humility, and inner purification. In Jain Dharma, the worship of Jina Bhagwan should be done with a feeling of Ahimsa, Samyaktva, Vinay, and Shuddh Bhav.

So the main question is not only “Can they do it?” but also:

• Are they respecting Jain maryada?
• Are they willing to observe purity?
• Are they approaching Bhagwan with non-violent and humble feelings?

Takeaway

A non-Jain Hindu may participate respectfully in a Jain temple, but a person who eats non-veg should generally not perform Abhishek unless the temple authority permits it and proper Jain purity rules are followed. The final decision should be taken according to the specific temple’s maryada.