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    5 dandak sutras

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    In Jainism, the "Dandak Sutras" (also known as "Panch Dandak Sutras") refer to five important sutras (verses) that are recited in daily prayers and rituals, especially among the Shwetambar tradition. These sutras are concise Jain prayers, each with significant spiritual and ethical meaning. The word "dandak" refers to their metrical form.

    Here are the 5 Dandak Sutras:

    1. Namokar Mantra (Navkar Mantra or Namaskar Mahamantra)

    This is the most fundamental and revered prayer in Jainism, offering obeisance to the Panch Parmesthi (five supreme beings).

    1. Iriyavahiyam Sutra

    This sutra is recited to seek forgiveness for any harm caused to living beings while walking.

    1. Tass Savva Pava Kappanī Sutra

    This is a prayer for forgiveness for any sins committed knowingly or unknowingly.

    1. Annattha Sutra (also called Annattha Vandami Sutra)

    This sutra is a prayer of salutations and reverence, usually recited for monks and nuns.

    1. Kayotsarga Sutra (Logassa Ujjoyagare Sutra)

    This sutra is recited during the practice of Kayotsarga (meditative standing posture), in praise of the Arihants.

    Summary List:

    1. Namokar Mantra
    2. Iriyavahiyam Sutra
    3. Tass Savva Pava Kappanī Sutra
    4. Annattha Vandami Sutra
    5. Logassa Ujjoyagare Sutra

    These sutras are integral to Jain daily worship and spiritual practice. They promote humility, forgiveness, non-violence, and reverence for enlightened beings.

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