This is a month wise list of all significant Jain festivals and fasting days in the year -1997. Most of the Jain festivals and Upvas days are determined based on the position of the Sun and the Moon. Jain Festivals depend on geographic location and might differ for two cities and difference is quite noticeable for cities in different time zone. Hence one should set the location before looking into the festival list.
Rohini Vrat or Rohini Upavasa is observed on the day when Rohini Nakshatra prevails after sunrise. Rohini Vrat is a very important day for the Jain community. In Jainism, mainly women observe Rohini Vrat for the longevity of their husbands. There are twelve Rohini fasting days in a year.
Birth anniversary of Mahavira Muni is celebrated as Mahavir Jayanti. Mahavira Muni is also known by the name Vardhamana. Mahavira Muni propounded the fundamental principles of Jainism and imparted the teachings of truth, non-violence, non-stealing, celibacy, and non-possession to society.
A detailed list of all Hindu festivals and celebrations has been given. The dates and timings of Hindu festivals are determined based on the positions of Surya and Chandra, Nakshatra, and other astronomical factors. Through this list, the dates of important festivals can be identified.
A complete list of all Indian festivals and holidays is given on this page. It lists all significant public, national, government, regional and religious festivals. Through this Indian calendar, one can learn about all important festivals and observances.
