Namokar Mantra

The timeless fundamental prayer passed down through generations in the Jain tradition, as a form of devotion and meditation.

The Namokar Mantra is a central prayer in Jainism, consisting of a five-fold salutation. It expresses reverence to enlightened beings, liberated souls, religious leaders, spiritual teachers, and all saints. The mantra is recited to seek blessings, destroy sins, and promote auspiciousness. It encapsulates core Jain principles such as truth, non-violence, and righteousness.

Namo Arihantanam (I bow to the enlightened beings)

Namo Siddhanam (I bow to the liberated souls)

Namo Ayariyanam (I bow to the religious leaders)

Namo Uvajjhayanam (I bow to the spiritual teachers)

Namo Loe Savva Sahunam (I bow to all saints)

Eso Panch Namokkaro (This fivefold salutation)

Savva Pava Panasano (Destroys all sins)

Mangalanam Cha Savvesim (Auspicious for everyone)

Padhamam Havai Mangalam (This is the most auspicious path)

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