In Jainism, the Namokar Mantra (also known as Navkar Mantra) is the most fundamental and revered prayer. There is no strict rule about the exact number of times one must chant it daily; however, Jain tradition encourages regular and mindful chanting for spiritual upliftment.

Common Practices:

• Many Jains chant the Namokar Mantra 108 times daily, as 108 is considered an auspicious and spiritually significant number in Jainism.
• Some may choose to chant it 21, 32, 51, or 1008 times on special occasions or during religious observances.
• For daily practice, even chanting it 3, 7, or 9 times with devotion and concentration is considered beneficial.

Intention Over Count: Jain philosophy emphasizes the purity of intention (bhav) and mindfulness during chanting over the mere count. Chanting with true devotion, understanding, and respect is considered more important than the numerical count.

Summary:

• Common count: 108 times
• Other auspicious counts: 21, 32, 51, 1008
• Most important: Sincerity and mindfulness in chanting

If you have a specific tradition (sect or family practice), you may follow their recommended count as well.