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Ten Virtues Of Monks (G40) 01/19/93 10VIRTUE.A01

Complied by Pravin K. Shah, Jain Study Center of North Carolina

Ten Virtues Of Monks ---------------------

Along with the five great vows, monks strive after the ten-fold virtues of a self controlled ascetic. The layperson follows these virtues partially.

Kshamaa Forbearance, Forgiveness

Maardava Modesty, Humility

Aarjava Straightforwardness, Candor

Saucha Contentment

Satya Truthfullness

Samyam Self-restraint, Control of Senses

Tapa Austerity, Penance

Tyaga Renunciation

Akinchanya Non-attachment

Brahmacharya Celibacy, Chastity

Monks are required to bear equanimity towards all living beings, friends and foes alike.

In addition to the ten fold virtues Monks live on alms, do not eat food at night, do not use any kind of conveyance, and do not possess any property.

Jain Dashlakshni parva which begins from Bhaadaravo Sud 5, and ends, Bhaadravo Sud 14, Ananta-chaturdashi, is the celebration of ten virtues, Each day is dedicated to one virtue.

Bhaadaravo Vad 1, is called Kshamaavaanee day. This is the day of forgiving and asking forgiveness.

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