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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.

 

 

Sources and Credits
Pravin K. Shah
Jain Study Centre of North Carolina
19.01.1993