Posh Dasami (Parshvanath Janma Kalyanak)

Lord Parshvanath (23rd Tirthankara)

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Posh Dasami — Pausha Krishna Dasami — the Janma Kalyanak (birth anniversary) of Lord Parshvanath, the 23rd Tirthankara, born in Varanasi to King Ashvasena and Queen Vamadevi. The principal observance is the 3-day Atham (Upvas) covering Pausha Krishna 9, 10, and 11. Especially significant at Shankheshwar, Shikharji (Sammet Shikhar), and all major Parshvanath tirths.

Dates 2026–2027

January 13, 2026February 1, 2027

Mantra

ॐ ह्रीं श्रीं पार्श्वनाथाय नमः

Om Hrim Shrim Parshvanathaya Namah

Salutations to Lord Parshvanath, the 23rd Tirthankara

✦ Special Note

The 3-day Atham observance is the highlight; many devotees take only boiled water for 3 days. Verified Aug 2026 against Shvetambara tithi calendars: Pausha (Purnimanta) / Magshar Vad (Gujarati) Krishna Dashami prevails at sunrise on 2026-01-13 and 2027-02-01, consistent with the Meru Trayodashi anchors (Jan 16, 2026 / Feb 4, 2027). Digambara tradition observes on Pausha Krishna Ekadashi instead; confirm with your local sangh's panchang.

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

Meal Idea

Ideally Atham (3-day water fast); if breaking with Ekasana, plain dal-rice with steamed lauki — taken before sunset

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