Here is a simple, traditional way to break a fast after Paryushan (Parṇā), keeping to Jain practice and the common guidance for both Śvetāmbara and Digambar traditions.

• Time to break fast (Parṇā): Ideally complete Parṇā within one muhūrta (about 48 minutes) after the prescribed time, typically after sunrise on the next day. Do not delay beyond that window. This timing is considered auspicious and is commonly followed for Parṇā after Paryushan. ( jainknowledge.com)

• Before you break the fast: Prepare your mind with humility and gratitude. Recite Navkar Mantra (and, if you wish, ask for forgiveness with Micchāmi Dukkaḍaṃ). If you have a pachkan (the vow you followed for the fast), complete its samāpti with humility. ( jainknowledge.com)

• First intake (water): Start with boiled, warm water taken slowly in small sips. This helps the body re-enter eating gently. ( jainknowledge.com)

• Then light, simple foods: After the initial water, proceed to very light, plain, well-boiled items only, such as:

- Pej (rice gruel) or moong water/soup - Plain khichdi (no oil, heavy spices, sour items) - Keep everything warm and freshly prepared; eat slowly and stop before you feel full - Avoid heavy, fried, spicy, sour, or very rich foods for the first meals after the fast. ( jainknowledge.com)

• Follow gradually: Return to your usual Jain āhār rules gradually over the next few days. Many start with very light foods for the first day or two and then resume normal patterns, while continuing the sangh’s guidance. ( jainknowledge.com)

• Practical notes on practice variants:

- Chauvihar timing: Some follow finishing the last meal before sunset (Chauvihar) during Paryushan; others may finish 48 minutes before sunset. Digambar and Śvetāmbara communities sometimes differ slightly in these details, but the core idea remains: break the fast at an appropriate, auspicious time with simple, pure food and prayerful intent. ( jainknowledge.com) - Last water: If you observe strict no-water-after-sunset rules, you would plan your last water intake before sunset and begin Parṇā within the daytime window. ( jainknowledge.com)

• What you can recite (optional but common): Navkar Mantra is widely used before and after meals during fasts; you may also say Micchāmi Dukkaḍaṃ or Icchāmi Khamāsaman as a prayer for forgiveness. The exact words of Navkar are commonly known and widely practiced in Jain communities. ( jainknowledge.com)

If you want, I can tailor these steps to your specific tradition (Śvetāmbara or Digambar) and local sangh rules.

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