Answer

Yes, in Jain tradition also many families do saaf safai before Diwali.

But in Jain Dharma, Diwali is not only about cleaning the house. It is mainly a sacred occasion connected with Bhagwan Mahavir’s Nirvana.

Explanation

Before Diwali, Jains often clean the home, temple area, books, utensils, and surroundings. This is done for:

• Cleanliness and purity of the living space
• Respect before performing puja, pratikraman, swadhyay, and religious activities
• Preparation for the sacred days of Diwali and New Year

However, Jain understanding gives more importance to inner cleaning than only outer cleaning.

Spiritual Understanding

In Jain Dharma, true saaf safai means removing inner impurities such as:

• Anger
• Ego
• Deceit
• Greed
• Attachment
• Carelessness in conduct

Diwali reminds us of the light of keval gyan and the path of liberation shown by Bhagwan Mahavir.

Takeaway

So yes, doing saaf safai before Diwali is good, but the Jain focus is: clean the home, and also clean the soul through forgiveness, discipline, prayer, and right conduct.