Michhami Dukkadam is the Jain phrase used to seek forgiveness for any hurt or misstep in thought, word or deed. It is said especially during Paryushan/Das Lakshana and at the end of Samayik or at the time of mutual greetings.

Meaning (arth)

• Michhami Dukkadam literally means “May there be forgiveness of all the wrongs.” It is a sincere request to all beings to forgive any harm you may have caused, knowingly or unknowingly.

Notes for Digambar and Shwetambar

• The essence is the same in both traditions: a humble request for forgiveness.
• Some wording or customs around the exact phrasing may vary slightly in regional greetings, but the purpose remains the same.

Simple Michhami Dukkadam messages you can use

• Michhami Dukkadam. I beg forgiveness for any hurt I may have caused you, knowingly or unknowingly.
• Please forgive me for any fault of thought, word, or deed. Michhami Dukkadam.
• I seek your forgiveness for all my mistakes. Michhami Dukkadam.
• May you grant me forgiveness for anything I may have done that caused you pain. Michhami Dukkadam.
• On this auspicious time, I humbly ask for Michhami Dukkadam—may there be peace and forgiveness for us all.

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