Paryushana Parva in Jainism History and Significance

Paryushana Parva in Jainism: History and Significance

Paryushana Parva is an important festival celebrated by the Jain community for self-purification and spiritual upliftment. The word Paryushana means “abiding” or “coming together.”  The festival lasts eight to ten days. The Shvetambar Jains observe the festival for eight days, whereas the Digambar Jains celebrate Paryushan Parva for ten days. On the final day, there […]

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