So as per pure Jain dharam can a devotee do puja and all after death in family member?
Short answer Yes. In pure Jain Dharma there is no “ritual impurity” (sutak/ashauch) that forbids doing devotion. After a family member’s death, one may and should continue Dharma-kriyā like Navkār mantra, samayik, pratikraman, swādhyāy, chaityavandan and quiet temple darshan. The key is to do them with śānt bhāv (equanimity), without show or celebration.
Sect-wise note
- Shwetāmbara (especially mūrtipūjak): Scriptures do not prohibit worship. Many communities, as a maryādā (custom), avoid elaborate dravya‑pūjā, abhiṣek and festive śṛṅgār for a short period (often up to thirteen days). Darshan, chaityavandan, samayik, pratikraman, japa and swādhyāy continue.
- Digambara: Tattva grants no impurity by another’s death; Dharma practices continue. Some families, by custom, keep dravya‑pūjā simple for a few days while focusing on japa, swādhyāy and sāttvik restraint.
- Sthānakvāsī/Terāpanth: As there is no idol‑pūjā, all internal practices (samayik, pratikraman, swādhyāy, satsaṅg) normally continue with sobriety.
What to do (simple, traditional)
- Chant Navkār mantra and do pāriṣaha‑sahān (patient forbearance) for the peace of your own bhāv.
- Sit in samayik, perform daily pratikraman, and study Tattva (swādhyāy).
- Offer quiet chaityavandan/darshan; keep pūjā simple and without pomp.
- Do dān with ahiṁsā‑bhāv (e.g., jīvadayā, gñān‑dān) and dedicate puṇyānumodanā for the departed soul’s śubha gati.
- Avoid loud music, show, and festive decoration; maintain serenity and detachment.
Remember In Jain view, the jīva of the departed has already moved on according to its own karma. Our right faith, right conduct, and pure inner state are the true “help.” Therefore, continuing bhakti and sādhanā is proper and praiseworthy.
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