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Why can’t Jains touch during periods
Quick Answer
Jainism traditionally restricts women from touching sacred objects or participating in rituals during menstruation due to concepts of bodily purity and non-violence (Ahimsa), as bleeding is seen as a form of injury and impurity.
Detailed Answer
In Jain philosophy, purity of body and mind is essential for spiritual progress. Menstruation, being a natural biological process involving blood flow, is traditionally viewed as a state of impurity and bodily injury. Since Jainism emphasizes Ahimsa (non-violence) to all living beings, the presence of bleeding is considered a form of harm or injury to the body, which is discouraged from engaging in sacred activities. Consequently, menstruating women are advised not to touch idols, perform puja, or enter temples to maintain ritual purity and avoid causing harm to microscopic life forms that might be present.
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