Short, practical guidance based on Jain tradition

• In a Sangh/group: It is best (shreshth) that every individual has their own 5‑Pratikraman/Pach book. This helps correct recitation, steady focus, and avoids passing books or movement during Paushadh/Pratikraman. If someone doesn’t have one, it is acceptable for them to borrow from the Upashray/temple or sit near a reader and repeat after the leader. Try to arrange personal copies before starting. For simple guidance on sequence and timings: and

• About chamli/kamli and extra pants: These are for modesty and warmth, not compulsory dharma items. You may do Paushadh without a chamli if you are comfortably warm. One simple, clean, preferably white lower garment is enough—either dhoti or plain white pajama; you do not need both. Keep it non‑leather, non‑silk, and without flashy prints.

• Muhpatti and charovla: Common in many Shvetambar (especially Sthanakvasi/Terapanthi) practices; many Digambar followers do not use them. Follow your Guru/Upadhyaya and your local maryada.

• Text format: A printed book is ideal. If truly unavailable, a neat photocopy is fine. Use of phone/PDF is avoided by many during Paushadh; only use it if your tradition explicitly permits.

• General maryada for Paushadh and Pratikraman:

- Keep everything simple, clean, preferably white, and reserved for Dharma use. - Avoid leather, silk, perfumes, ornaments, and flashy designs. - Sit steadily on a clean asan; keep movement minimal to uphold ahimsa and ekagrata. - Maintain quietude; speak only for the sutras or essential coordination.

Shvetambar–Digambar note

• Shvetambar householders in Paushadh often follow the avashyak sequence with muhpatti, rajoharan, and white clothing.
• Digambar householders doing Paushadh emphasize inner vows, simplicity, and minimal articles; muhpatti/rajoharan are generally not used.
• In all cases, maryada of your Guru/Upadhyaya takes precedence.

If you need a simple overview of Pratikraman steps in English for home/group use: