Gyan Pancham — Jain Festival of Knowledge

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Gyan Pancham — the 5th tithi of Kartik Shukla, honouring Samyak Jnan (right knowledge) through puja of sacred Jain Agamas, fasting, and complete devotion to scripture (Nov 13, 2026 · VNS 2553)

Dates 2026–2027

November 13, 2026

Mantra

णमो नाणस्स

Namo Nanassa

I bow to right knowledge (Samyak Jnan) — the second of the three jewels of Jain philosophy

✦ Special Note

Gyan Pancham / Labh Pancham 2026 (VNS 2553): Nov 13. The Pancham (5th) tithi of the Kartik Shukla fortnight is dedicated to the pursuit of right knowledge — one of the three jewels of Jainism (Samyak Darshan, Samyak Jnan, Samyak Charitra). Worship your Jain scriptures with flowers and incense. Do not read non-religious texts today. In the business community this day is also Labh Pancham — the most auspicious day to open new account books and begin new ventures.

Always Allowed

Boiled water — consumed only between sunrise and sunset

Avoided Year-Round

Root vegetables — potatoes, onions, garlic, carrots, radishes, beetroot, turnip (anything underground)Eggplant (brinjal) and multi-seeded vegetables including green chilliesMushrooms and cauliflowerMeat, fish, eggsHoneyAlcohol and fermented foods — yeast breads, vinegar, picklesEating after sunset — never, on any dayCold, iced, or unboiled water — all water must be boiled

Additional Restrictions

Many Jains observe Ekasana or Upvas on Gyan Pancham, offering the merit of the fast to the pursuit of right knowledge (Samyak Jnan).Do not read non-religious books today — it is reserved for Jain scripture only. Jain books and Agamas are decorated with flowers and worshipped (Gyan Puja).Write in new account books if you are a businessman — in Gujarat this is also called Labh Pancham, the auspicious day to begin new ventures.Jain fasting rules vary by sect and family tradition. Always follow your family's practice.

Meal Idea

A simple, pure Jain thali — eaten mindfully before sunset, with gratitude for the gift of knowledge and wisdom

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