Answer

No, crying during Pratikraman is generally not Ashātanā if it comes from genuine repentance, devotion, humility, or emotional purification.

In Jain Dharma, Pratikraman is meant for ālochana, repentance, forgiveness, and inner purification. If tears arise because you sincerely feel remorse for mistakes, feel devotion toward Bhagwān, Guru, Dharma, or feel the weight of karmic bondage, it can be a sign of softening of the heart, not disrespect.

Explanation

Ashātanā means disrespect, carelessness, or improper conduct toward sacred things, such as:

• Bhagwān
• Guru
• Dharma
• Sutras and scriptures
• Religious rituals and sacred spaces

Crying becomes a problem only if it causes disrespect or disturbance, for example:

• crying loudly in a way that disturbs others doing Pratikraman,
• losing awareness of the sutras and ritual completely,
• touching sacred books or items with tears, saliva, or unclean hands,
• making the ritual about emotional display rather than repentance and awareness.

But quiet tears with humility and sincere bhāv are not Ashātanā.

Spiritual Understanding

Pratikraman is not only about reciting words. It is about turning the soul back from negligence, ego, anger, attachment, and harmful actions.

If crying helps you become more humble, more careful, more forgiving, and more committed to right conduct, then it supports the purpose of Pratikraman.

However, after the tears arise, try to gently return to:

• awareness,
• proper posture,
• clear recitation,
• repentance without self-hatred,
• and a calm resolve not to repeat mistakes.

Takeaway

Crying during Pratikraman is not Ashātanā when it comes from sincere repentance or devotion. Just remain respectful, quiet, attentive, and careful with sacred texts and rituals.