RELIGIONS
JAINISM
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Question
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8 Days of fasting
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a week of fasting
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2 days of fasting
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A day of fasting
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Detailed explanation-1: -Majority of Jains observe what is known as the “Ratri Bhojan Tyag, ‘’ in which they do not eat anything after Sunset. Some abstain from water during this time as well. For many working people, it is difficult to have an early evening meal, so the majority follow “Ratri Bhojan Tyag” only during Paryushan.
Detailed explanation-2: -Aathai: No food for constant 8 days, only boiled water. Navai: No food for constant 9 days, only boiled water. Solbhathu: No food for constant 16 days, only boiled water. Great fasts are fasts for months at a time.
Detailed explanation-3: -While Jain cuisine is known to be devoid of garlic, onion and potatoes, during the Paryushan week, devotees also avoid green leafy vegetables and fruits . Milk and milk products, rice, lentils, cereals and pulses take centre-stage in Jain Paryushan recipes.