Total khamasaman in pratikraman
In Jainism, during the ritual of Pratikraman, the term Khamasaman refers to a specific act of repentance and seeking forgiveness, where one bows down touching five parts of the body (pancha-angaprakshalan) to the ground as a gesture of humility and submission.
The total number of Khamasaman performed during one complete Pratikraman varies slightly between different Jain sects (Shwetambar and Digambar) and even within traditions, but the most commonly accepted numbers are:
- Shwetambar tradition:
- Digambar tradition:
Each Khamasaman is performed at specific junctures in the ritual, usually after reciting key Pratikraman sutras or after seeking forgiveness from all living beings.
Summary Table:
| Jain Sect | Number of Khamasaman in Pratikraman | |----------------|--------------------------------------| | Shwetambar | 5 | | Digambar | 6 |
If you want a step-by-step breakdown or the exact points during Pratikraman when Khamasaman is performed, please specify your sect or tradition.