Archive · 22 Aug 2025
Paryushan 2025: Jain Festival Dates, Significance & Rituals
Paryushan Parv is a special time for Jains, like a spiritual retreat.
It's a time to think about how you treat others and yourself, and to say sorry for any mistakes.
It usually happens in August or September.
The dates are a bit different for different groups of Jains.
During this festival, people fast, go to temples, and try to be better people.
It's all about cleaning your mind and body.
Paryushan Parv is a significant Jain festival focused on spiritual cleansing and self-reflection.
It is observed in August or September, with varying durations for different Jain sects.
Shwetambar Jains will observe Paryushan from August 21 to 28, 2025.
Digambar Jains will celebrate Paryushan from August 28 to September 6, 2025, known as Das Lakshan Parv.
Key rituals include fasting, self-reflection (Pratikramana), and temple visits.
- Who
- The Jain community.
- What
- A Jain festival for spiritual cleansing, self-reflection, and forgiveness.
- When
- Observed in August or September, with specific dates in 2025.
- Where
- Celebrated by Jains globally.
- Why
- To focus on spiritual growth and devotion.
- Festival Name
- Paryushan Parv
- Primary Focus
- Spiritual Cleansing
- Observed By
- Jain Community
- Shwetambar Dates (2025)
- August 21 - 28
- Digambar Dates (2025)
- August 28 - September 6
- Key Rituals
- Fasting, Pratikramana, Temple Visits
