Marriage in non jain

If you mean “marrying a non‑Jain,” here is the Jain view in simple terms.

Core Jain standpoint

• Jain scriptures do not mandate marrying only within Jain samaj. Marriage is a social institution for householders; what matters is living by Jain principles after marriage—ahimsa, satya, asteya, brahmacharya (fidelity), and aparigraha.
• Community customs may prefer both partners to be Jain for ease of practice, but this is a social preference, not a doctrinal prohibition.

If a Jain marries a non‑Jain, what is important

• Non‑violence in daily life: strictly vegetarian (no meat, fish, eggs), avoid alcohol and addictions, and many Jains also avoid root vegetables; maintain compassion in lifestyle.
• Truthfulness, fidelity, and simple living with limited possessions (anuvratas for householders).
• Respect for Jain worship at home: Navkar Mantra, samayik when possible, pratikraman on holy days, and supporting Paryushan/Dashlakshan observance.

About wedding rites

• Jain tradition encourages a simple, ahimsa‑based ceremony: sthapana of Tirthankar image or Siddhachakra, Navkar mantra, blessings from elders, and vows of mutual fidelity and dharma. No rites that involve injury or superstition.
• Sect notes:

- Shvetambar and Digambar both emphasize simplicity and Navkar. Specific mantras/sequence may differ by local custom; there is no requirement of Vedic fire rituals. - Monks/Nuns (both sects) do not preside over marriages; they remain detached from social ceremonies.

• A civil ceremony plus a Jain ashirvad at home or at a upashray/derasar hall is commonly adopted in interfaith cases.

For family harmony

• Discuss and agree in writing, before marriage, on:

- Pure vegetarian home and no intoxicants. - Children’s religious upbringing (prayers, temple visits, festivals). - Charitable giving aligned with ahimsa (jiv-daya, education, etc.).

• Keep the wedding and lifestyle simple, avoiding show and waste—this reflects aparigraha.

What Jainism does not support

• Casteism or discrimination in principle.
• Astrology‑based or superstitious “remedial marriages” (like kumbha vivah).

Essence Jain Dharma prioritizes right conduct over community labels. An interfaith marriage is acceptable when both partners sincerely honor Jain values, especially ahimsa and simplicity, and agree to nurture a Jain way of life at home.