{"product_id":"my-paryushana","title":"My Paryushana","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMy Paryushana\u003c\/em\u003e is a beautifully illustrated picture book that helps children discover the meaning, traditions, rituals, and values behind Paryushana, one of the most important festivals in Jainism. Through this sacred time of reflection, forgiveness, and spiritual renewal, young readers learn why Paryushana is celebrated and how its timeless teachings inspire \u003cstrong\u003ecompassion, humility, and ethical living.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the festival is the tradition of saying \u003cstrong\u003e\"Michhami Dukkadam,\"\u003c\/strong\u003e meaning, \u003cstrong\u003e\"If I have hurt you in any way through word, thought, or action, please forgive me.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e Children discover how this powerful practice \u003cstrong\u003eencourages self-reflection, accountability, forgiveness, and stronger relationships with family, friends, and the wider community.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrough prayer, fasting, acts of kindness, and the teachings of Lord Mahavira, the book introduces the Jain principle of ahimsa (nonviolence) and shows how kindness, empathy, responsibility, and respect for all living beings remain relevant in today''s world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for families, classrooms, and libraries,\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMy Paryushana\u003c\/em\u003e helps children understand Jain traditions while inspiring them to practice forgiveness, compassion, and mindful living every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes \u003cstrong\u003edownloadable educator''s guide \u003c\/strong\u003eto help parents and teachers extend children''s learning through engaging classroom and home activities.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57510182912373,"sku":"9781953384508","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781953384508.jpg?v=1787130516","url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/products\/my-paryushana","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}