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I honor all the Sädhus (Sages and Saints) in the universe,
who seek to practice the Universal Teachings and live in simplicity, innocence and selfless service.
By opening my heart to these five exemplary figures of Universal Consciousness, I cause my unwholesome tendencies
to subside and my wholesome qualities to manifest.
Upon offering these reverences with a sincere heart,
I am protected from harm and showered with the highest of blessings and benedictions.
Comment:
JIS
Forgiveness Prayers
A fundamental belief in Jainism is to seek as well as to grant forgiveness. We seek forgiveness from everyone, we might have hurt knowingly or unknowingly, the countless creatures as well as fellow humans. The following prayers help us in contemplating the suffering caused by our greed, pride and ignorance and to realize that forgiving is to live closer to our divine nature. The attribute of forgiveness leads to inner tranquility as well as an atmosphere of peace, friendship and unity.
I ask forgiveness from all living beings, May all living beings forgive me.
I have friendship for all, Enmity towards none.
Comment:
P. J
Whatever wrong I have done by thought,
Whatever wrong I have done by word, Whatever wrong I have done by deed,
I ask for forgiveness.
Comment:
P, J
Book of Jain Prayers
