sentences:  These help the laity in achieving the principle of "ahimsa" which is necessary for his/her spiritual upliftment.The "sāmayika vrata" (vow to meditate) is intended to be observed three times a day if possible; other-wise at least once daily.Its objective is to enable the "śrāvaka" to abstain from all kinds of sins during the period of time fixed for its observance.