Answer

No, this is not a general Jain rule.

A Jain sadhu or sadhvi is not prohibited from walking more than 100 steps. Jain monks and nuns traditionally travel by walking, sometimes covering long distances, while carefully following the principles of Ahimsa, carefulness, and restraint.

Explanation

In Jain Dharma, Jain monks and nuns do not use vehicles because vehicle travel can cause greater harm to living beings and encourages dependence on worldly comforts. Therefore, they travel on foot.

However, while walking, they must be very careful:

• They walk mindfully to avoid harming small living beings.
• They avoid walking at night.
• They observe restrictions during certain periods, especially during Chaturmas.
• They follow rules of discipline according to their Jain tradition and monastic code.

The idea of “not walking more than 100 steps” may refer to a specific local instruction, health limitation, ritual context, or misunderstanding, but it is not a universal Jain rule for all Jain gurus.

Spiritual Understanding

The purpose of these walking rules is not about counting steps. The deeper purpose is:

• to reduce violence,
• to practice self-control,
• to avoid attachment to comfort,
• and to live with constant awareness.

Takeaway

Jain gurus can walk more than 100 steps. What matters in Jain Dharma is that they walk with Ahimsa, awareness, and discipline.