But where will I go if I continue to use abusive words
Answer
In Jain Dharma, continuing to use abusive words creates harmful karma. It does not decide one fixed destiny by itself, but it can lead the soul toward greater suffering, mental unrest, and painful future states if it becomes a strong habit.Explanation
Abusive speech is considered a form of harmful conduct because it wounds others and increases anger, pride, and attachment in the speaker.In Jain thought, such speech can:
- bind new karma to the soul
- weaken inner peace
- increase conflict with others
- make spiritual progress harder
So the real concern is not just “where will I go,” but “what kind of karma am I building right now?”
Spiritual Understanding
Jain Dharma teaches that the soul rises through self-restraint, truthfulness, gentleness, and compassion.If a person repeatedly uses harsh or abusive words, the mind becomes more disturbed and the soul becomes more entangled in karma. But the good news is: this can be changed. A person can purify speech through:
- awareness before speaking
- silence when angry
- speaking truthfully and kindly
- repentance and self-control
- asking forgiveness and resolving not to repeat it