Kshama Vani is the Jain practice of asking for forgiveness with folded hands (Namaskāra). It is a humble apology to all living beings for any harm done, knowingly or unknowingly, and it is often recited at the end of daily prayers, during Samayik, or during Paryushan.

Key points:

• Meaning (arth): A sincere plea for forgiveness to all beings, so that one may cleanse karma and progress on the path with a pure mind.
• Gesture: Folding hands together shows humility and respect.
• Tradition: Both Digambar and Shwetambar communities practice this, but the exact wording and sequence can differ between the two traditions.
• When used: Commonly part of daily rituals, special fasting periods, and retreat days; it can be recited individually or in a group.

If you’d like, I can share the exact verses used in Digambar and Shwetambar traditions, or provide the original text and its meaning.