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My Paryushana: Festival of Forgiveness

by Priya Kumari

A Jain festival centered on reflection and forgiveness

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A Jain festival centered on reflection and forgiveness

Priya Kumari introduces Paryushana through its practices and guiding values. The book explains the tradition of saying “Michhami Dukkadam,” asking forgiveness for harm caused through words, thoughts, or actions, and connects the festival with prayer, fasting, kindness, and the Jain principle of ahimsa, or nonviolence. Its subject brings cultural learning together with ideas of humility, accountability, empathy, and responsibility, making forgiveness part of a wider conversation about how people treat one another.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 learning about Jain traditions and festivals
  • Families exploring forgiveness, kindness, and responsibility with young children
  • Classrooms and libraries introducing cultural traditions and values

Themes

Paryushana and Jain cultureForgiveness and accountabilityAhimsa and nonviolenceEmpathy and ethical living

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Book overview

DISCOVER A FESTIVAL THAT CELEBRATES THE COURAGE TO SAY "I AM SORRY"


My Paryushana introduces young readers to one of the most important festivals in Jainism, a sacred time of reflection and renewal celebrated by Jain communities around the world.

At the heart of the celebration is the tradition of saying "Michhami Dukkadam," meaning, "If I have hurt you in any way through word, thought, or action, please forgive me." This powerful custom encourages children to reflect on their actions and practice humility, accountability, and forgiveness.

Through prayer, fasting, and acts of kindness, families honor the teachings of Mahavira and the principle of ahimsa (nonviolence). This meaningful picture book invites children to explore values such as empathy, responsibility, and ethical living while learning about an important cultural tradition.

Perfect for families, classrooms, and libraries, My Paryushana helps young readers discover how kindness, reflection, and forgiveness can strengthen individuals and communities alike.
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