Khamat khamna is said when you want to ask forgiveness from a specific person for a particular misdeed or hurt caused.

• When to say it:

- In everyday life, after you think you may have wronged someone (a direct apology to that person). - During Jain rites of forgiveness, especially Pratikraman and the Savastari phase of Paryushan, as a personal supplement to broader forgiveness (Michchāmi Dukkadam). - At times of conflict or quarrel to heal relationships with humility.

• Relation to Michchāmi Dukkādām:

- Khamat khamna is a personal, direct apology to an individual. - Michchāmi Dukkādām is a universal forgiveness vow addressed to all beings.

• Traditional note:

- Both Digambar and Śvetāmbar traditions use the spirit of khamat khamna similarly: humility, remorse for harming others, and a wish to purify karma. Exact phrases may vary by region or community.

Simple example phrases:

• Khamtu savva jiva, kammi evi; samay maaf karjo. (Please forgive me; may you forgive me during this time.)
• Khamemi savva jiva, savve jiva khamantu me. (I forgive all; may all beings forgive me.)

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