kill? kill? kill?
In Jainism, the clear answer is: No. Do not kill.
Ahimsā (non‑violence) is the highest vow. Harming any living being – even in thought – creates heavy karma and deep inner disturbance.
If your question is about:
- Killing someone else
- This is strongly forbidden in Jain Dharma. - Even anger, hatred and revenge are considered violence. - Try to step away from the situation, calm down, and avoid any action you might regret.
- Killing yourself (suicide)
- This is also violence (towards yourself). - Jainism does not support suicide in any form. - It brings very painful karmic consequences and does not solve the inner problem.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, angry, or in pain right now, please do this immediately:
- Talk to a trusted family member or friend nearby.
- If you feel you might hurt yourself or someone else, contact your local emergency number or a suicide/crisis helpline in your country right now.
From a Jain point of view, the right direction is:
- Pause and breathe slowly.
- Do no harm to yourself or others.
- If possible, repeat gently: “Ahimsā paramo dharmaḥ” – “Non‑violence is the highest religion,” and try to let your mind cool down.
If you tell me a little more about what is happening (without naming any target or method of harm), I can try to help you think through it peacefully, within Jain principles.