Answer

On Samvatsari day, Jains perform Kshamapana, which means asking for forgiveness from all living beings.

The traditional feeling is:

Micchāmi Dukkaḍaṃ

Meaning:

“If I have caused hurt to you knowingly or unknowingly, through mind, speech, or body, I ask for your forgiveness. May my faults become fruitless.”

Explanation

Samvatsari is the most important day of forgiveness in Jain Dharma, especially observed at the end of Paryushan.

On this day, a Jain reflects on:

• Wrong thoughts
• Harsh words
• Harmful actions
• Anger, ego, deceit, and greed
• Hurt caused to any living being

Then one sincerely asks for forgiveness from:

• Family
• Friends
• Community
• All living beings

A common Kshamapana message is:

Micchāmi Dukkaḍaṃ.
Khamemi Savva Jīve, Savve Jīvā Khamantu Me.

Meaning:

“I forgive all living beings, and may all living beings forgive me.”

Spiritual Understanding

Kshamapana is not just a social formality. It is a deep spiritual practice that helps reduce:

• Anger
• Pride
• Attachment
• Hatred
• Ego

In Jain Dharma, forgiveness purifies the soul and supports the path of Ahimsa, Samyaktva, and Moksha.

Takeaway

Samvatsari Kshamapana teaches:

Forgive everyone, ask forgiveness from everyone, and keep no enmity toward any living being.

Micchāmi Dukkaḍaṃ.