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Can you drink abhishek naman or gandodak after doing pakshal abhishek of bhagwan in shanti dhara or uvvasagaharam akhand dhara
Quick Answer
Common practice in Jain rituals is to avoid drinking abhishek naman or gandodak after performing pakshal abhishek of Bhagwan during shanti dhara or uvvasagaharam akhand dhara, as these substances are considered sacred and meant for ceremonial use only. However, mild variations exist where some devotees may sprinkle or taste a small amount with reverence but generally do not consume it fully.
Detailed Answer
In Jain ritual traditions, abhishek naman (the sanctified water used in ceremonial bathing of the deity) and gandodak (a fragrant water used in worship) are treated as sacred substances. After performing pakshal abhishek of Bhagwan, especially in continuous ceremonies like shanti dhara or uvvasagaharam akhand dhara, these waters are typically not consumed because they are imbued with spiritual significance and are meant to be offered or sprinkled as a form of devotion, not ingested.
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