om hreem arham namha

Om Hreem Arham Namha is a Jain devotional formula used by some practitioners to pay homage to the Arihant (the Enlightened One) and to invoke spiritual energy.

• Om: a sacred syllable often used to begin prayers.
• Hreem: a bija (seed) mantra associated with spiritual energy; its use varies by tradition.
• Arham: refers to the Arihant—someone who has conquered inner enemies (passions) and attained keenness of insight.
• Namha: a respectful salutation or bow.

In Jain practice, a few different traditions (Digambar vs. Shwetambar) may recite slightly different mantras or place emphasis differently, but the core idea remains: homage to the enlightened beings and their path.

Simple meaning (arth): I bow to the Arihant, invoking sacred energy, and seeking the protection and guidance of the enlightened path.