Can we brush i beashna
It looks like you’re asking: “Can we brush (teeth) during upvaas/Paryushan/poshad?” Here is the simple Jain achar followed by most traditions:
- Daily (for śrāvaks/householders): Brushing is allowed. Do it carefully, preferably before sunrise, with boiled-and-cooled, filtered water. Spit out completely; avoid swallowing. Use a soft brush; keep himsā as minimal as possible.
- On upvaas/poshad/Paryushan days:
- Monastic rules are stricter; laypeople should follow their own guru/saṃgh’s instructions.
Small care tips to reduce himsā:
- Use only boiled-and-cooled, filtered water.
- Avoid strong/flavoured pastes on fast days; plain water is best.
- Do not keep the mouth open near a running tap; pour measured water from a lota/mug.
- Rinse thoroughly and spit carefully.
For short explanations of these vows and timings, see:
If your local guru or sampradāy follows a different practice, please follow that specific achar.