What are 84 gotra in Digambar Jain
In Digambar Jain tradition, “84 gotra” usually refers to the 84 lineage/clan names followed by Jain families in marriage and community identity. These are not one universally fixed, scriptural list for all Digambar Jains; the names can vary by region, sub-sect, and local tradition.
So, in simple terms:
- Gotra = family lineage or clan name
- 84 gotras = the traditional set of 84 Jain clan names used in some Digambar communities
- It is mainly used for marriage rules and family identification
Important point:
- Digambar Jain tradition generally treats same gotra as not suitable for marriage, because it is considered the same lineage.
If you want the specific 84 gotra names, they differ from one community to another, so there is not one single standardized Digambar Jain list accepted everywhere.