📌 Calendar (2026)
| Date | Day | Vrat Name | Jain Calendar Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2, 2026 | Friday | Rohini Vrat | Rohini Nakshatra (Jain Calendar) |
⏰ Rohini Vrat 2026 – Nakshatra & Ritual Timings
- Nakshatra: Rohini
- Calendar System: Jain (Nakshatra-based observance)
- Vrat Start: From Sunrise
- Vrat Parana (Breaking Fast): After Sunset (or next sunrise, as per vow)
- Meditation & Pratikraman: Morning and evening
- Charity (Daan): Preferred before sunset
📌 Exact Rohini Nakshatra timings may vary by region and local Panchang.
📌 Rohini Vrat – Significance (Jain Tradition)
Rohini Vrat is a highly auspicious Jain fasting observance dedicated to non-violence (Ahimsa), self-discipline, and purification of karma.
It is observed when the Moon transits Rohini Nakshatra, which is considered spiritually powerful in Jainism.
Devotees observe:
- Upvas (complete fast) or Ekasan / Beasan
- Meditation, mantra recitation, and Pratikraman
- Charity and acts of compassion
It is believed that Rohini Vrat helps in:
- Karmic cleansing
- Mental discipline
- Spiritual progress
📖 Rohini Vrat Story (Katha)
According to Jain tradition, Rohini Nakshatra is associated with purity, stability, and spiritual nourishment.
Ancient Jain Acharyas emphasized fasting on Rohini days to strengthen self-control over desires and reduce karmic bondage.
Stories narrate that householders who observed Rohini Vrat with devotion attained peace of mind, moral strength, and spiritual clarity, inspiring the tradition to continue through generations.
📌 Rohini Vrat – 10-Year Calendar (and onwards)
| Year | Date | Day | Nakshatra | Vrat Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | October 2 | Friday | Rohini | Jain Vrat |
| 2027 | September 22 | Wednesday | Rohini | Jain Vrat |
| 2028 | October 9 | Monday | Rohini | Jain Vrat |
| 2029 | September 28 | Friday | Rohini | Jain Vrat |
| 2030 | September 18 | Wednesday | Rohini | Jain Vrat |
| 2031 | October 6 | Monday | Rohini | Jain Vrat |
| 2032 | September 24 | Friday | Rohini | Jain Vrat |
| 2033 | October 13 | Thursday | Rohini | Jain Vrat |
| 2034 | October 2 | Monday | Rohini | Jain Vrat |
| 2035 | September 21 | Friday | Rohini | Jain Vrat |
📌 Dates are Nakshatra-based and may vary slightly according to regional Jain Panchang.
📌 Short FAQ – Rohini Vrat
❓ What is Rohini Vrat?
Rohini Vrat is a Jain fasting observance performed on Rohini Nakshatra for spiritual purification.
❓ When is Rohini Vrat in 2026?
It falls on Friday, October 2, 2026.
❓ How is Rohini Vrat observed?
Devotees observe fasting, meditation, Pratikraman, and charity.
❓ Is Rohini Vrat compulsory in Jainism?
No, it is voluntary but considered highly meritorious.
❓ Does Rohini Vrat follow tithi or nakshatra?
It follows Nakshatra (Rohini), not lunar tithi.
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