In Jainism, this is understood as the rise of krodh (anger), dwesh (hatred), and the influence of kashayas like anger and ego. The mind keeps returning to such thoughts when old impressions, attachments, hurts, or habits are still active in the inner consciousness.

From Jain दृष्टि, this happens because:

• Past karmas can create anger-prone tendencies.
• Moha (attachment and delusion) makes the mind react strongly.
• Dwesh bhavna grows when the mind keeps replaying injury, insult, or unfairness.
• If one does not watch the mind, anger becomes a repeated mental habit.

What Jain Dharma teaches:

1. Do not feed the thought

When hateful thoughts come, do not continue them. Observe them and let them pass.

1. Practice forgiveness

In Jainism, kshama is very important. Forgiveness weakens hatred and softens the mind.

1. Remember the soul, not the body

The other person is also a soul bound by karma. This helps reduce anger.

1. Use self-restraint

Before speaking or acting, pause. Anger grows when it is expressed again and again.

1. Daily reflection

Reflect: “This anger harms my own soul first.” In Jainism, inner purity is higher than winning an argument.

1. Pratikraman and repentance

If you feel you have nourished hatred, sincerely repent, ask forgiveness inwardly, and resolve not to repeat it.

A simple Jain thought to remember is:

“Krodh se shanti nahi, bandhan badhta hai.” Anger does not bring peace; it increases bondage.

If the mind is repeatedly disturbed, keep practicing:

• silence,
• forgiveness,
• self-observation,
• and compassion toward all living beings.

This is the Jain way to reduce hatred and bring inner calm.