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    I did upvaas

    12 months ago 67

    Sādhu! Your upvaas (fast) is a beautiful tapa done for samyam and karma‑kshaya. May it bring shānti and uttam bhāva.

    Simple Jain way to complete it well

    • Bhāva: Sit quietly for a few minutes, recite Navkār Mantra, do pratikraman for any lapses, and offer kshamā to all jīvas.
    • Niyam samāpti (ending the vow): Mentally conclude your pachchakkhān and reaffirm ahimsā, satya, aparigraha for the day.
    • Pārṇā (breaking the fast, Shvetāmbara maryādā): Do it in daytime within proper pārnā time, preferably with sāttvik, simple gochari. Digambara maryādā may differ locally; follow your kul‑maryādā.
    • What to take first: Start with warm/boiled water, then very light items like thin rice gruel, moong broth, or diluted buttermilk. Avoid fried/heavy/spicy food.
    • Aftercare: Keep ahimsā and vigilance of ras (taste) today; speak softly, rest enough, and keep swādhyāy/samāyik if possible.
    • Dāna: If you can, offer dāna or support for sādhu‑sādhvī gochari or temple cleanliness, dedicating the puṇya to all.

    If you plan future upvaas

    • Take proper pachchakkhān before sunrise and follow your sect’s rules on water and timing.
    • Prefer samāyik, pratikraman, and swādhyāy during the fast rather than worldly work.

    For short, clear guidance on upvaas and pachchhān, see:

    • Upvās explained simply
    • “Upvās nu Pachkhan” (sample pachchhān)
    • Normal Upvās pachkan (Shvetāmbara style)

    Bhāva is the essence. May your tapa lead to inner purity and maitri for all jīvas.

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