I am confused thats why asking you
It’s completely okay to feel confused. In fact, in Jain Dharma, right understanding (samyak darshan) often begins with honest doubt and questions.
To help you better, I need to know what exactly you are confused about (for example: soul, karma, fasting, non‑violence, rituals, different Jain sects, etc.). You can write it in very simple words.
Meanwhile, remember a few basic Jain points that help when the mind feels confused:
- Every jeev (soul) is pure at its core
Your real nature is peace, knowledge, and happiness. Confusion belongs to the mind, not to the pure soul.
- Karma clouds our understanding
Due to past karmas, we sometimes feel doubt, fear, or overload of thoughts. This is natural, and it can be changed.
- Three supports to remove confusion
- Listening to true Jain teachings (shruta gyaan) - Thinking calmly on them (manan) - Practicing ahimsa, sayyam (self‑control), and small vows in daily life
- Simple practice when confused
- Sit quietly for a few minutes - Take slow breaths - Recall: “I am aatma, separate from thoughts and worries.” - If you know any sutra like “Navkar Mantra”, chant it slowly with awareness.
Now, please tell me in your next message what topic or which thought is troubling you, in your own simple language. I will explain it step by step in an easy way.