vote of thanks at the end of jaap
Jai Jinendra.
Here is a simple, respectful vote of thanks you can use at the end of a jaap session. I’ve kept it neutral and suitable for both Digambar and Shwetambar traditions; you can tweak a line if you want to honor your specific lineage.
Option 1: Short and universal
- Simplicity: “Jai Jinendra. I bow to all the Tirthankaras, to Bhagwan Mahavira, and to all venerable monks and nuns. I express heartfelt gratitude to the guru who guided us, to the sangh for their company, and to every participant for joining in this jaap. May we all remain steadfast in right conduct, truth, and compassion. Dhanyavaad.”
Option 2: With emphasis on dharma and gratitude
- “Jai Jinendra. We offer our grateful respect to the Tirthankaras and to Bhagwan Mahavira for showing the path of ahimsa, satya, asteya, brahmacharya, and aparigraha. Our heartfelt thanks to the guru for instruction, to the bhikkhujis/bhikhunis (monastic community) for their example, to the sangh for support, and to all participants for their sincerity. May the merit of this jaap nurture peace, self-discipline, and compassion in our lives. Dhanyavaad.”
Option 3: If you want a formal touch (Shwetambar/Digambar note)
- “Jai Jinendra. We bow to the Tirthankaras, especially Bhagwan Mahavira, and to all venerable monks and nuns. Our deepest gratitude to our guru for spiritual guidance, to the senior sadhus and sadhvis for their inspiration, and to the lay sangh for their steadfast support. To all participants, thank you for your devotion and attentive listening. May we carry forward the doctrine of ahimsa and truth in every action. Naman and Dhanyavaad.”
Optional lines you can add
- For practice: “May we carry the teachings of this jaap into our daily life with humility and gratitude.”
- For the world: “May all beings be free from fear and pain; may peace prevail.”
If you tell me your preferred length (very short, short, or long) and whether you follow Digambara or Shwetambara traditions, I can tailor the wording precisely.