Mahavir Jayanti: Jain Namokar Mantra Explained

By: Amisha Shirgave | April 10, 2025

Namo Arihantanam - I bow to the Arihants (souls who have conquered inner passions like anger, ego, and greed and attained perfect knowledge)

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Namo Siddhanam - I bow to the Siddhas (liberated souls who have achieved moksha and are free from the cycle of birth and death)

Namo Ayariyanam - I bow to the Acharyas (head spiritual leaders who guide the path of righteousness)

Namo Uvajjhayanam – I bow to the Upadhyayas (those who teach scriptures and help spread spiritual knowledge)

Namo Loe Savva Sahunam - I bow to all Sadhus and Sadhvis who follow the path of Jain dharma

The mantra is a salutation to the five supreme beings in Jainism, promoting humility and spiritual growth

The Namokar Mantra does not mention any specific names or deities; it honors qualities and virtues, making it universal and timeless

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