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Along with the five great
vows, monks strive after the tenfold 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
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Samyam Selfrestraint, Control of Senses
- Tapa Austerity, Penance
- Tyaga
Renunciation
- Akinchanya Nonattachment
- 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, Anantachaturdashi, 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.
Suggested Further Reading
| Source: Ten Virtues Of Monks (G40) 01/19/93 10VIRTUE.A01 Complied
by Pravin K. Shah, Jain Study Center of North Carolina |
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