Answer

In Jainism, your action was good in intention because you gave with compassion to someone who appeared to be suffering.

If your intention was to help and reduce his pain, then it is generally considered a punya-producing act. You did not give with the intention that he should use it for smoking or anything harmful.

Explanation

In Jain Dharma, the inner feeling behind an action matters greatly:

• If you gave out of dayā — compassion — it is spiritually positive.
• If you gave without pride, anger, or expectation, it is even better.
• If later he misused the money, that misuse is connected to his own intention and action.

However, Jainism also teaches vivek — wise discrimination. Charity should be done with compassion, but also with awareness.

So in the future, if you are unsure, you can help in ways such as:

• Buying food for the person
• Helping with medicine or transport directly
• Giving a smaller amount if you are uncertain
• Offering help without encouraging addiction or harmful habits

Spiritual Understanding

Your compassionate feeling is important. Jain Dharma does not ask us to become hard-hearted out of fear that someone may misuse help. But it does guide us to make our compassion thoughtful and non-harmful.

The ideal is:

• Karunā — compassion
• Ahimsā — non-harm
• Vivek — wisdom in action

Takeaway

You did not do bad. Your intention was kind. Next time, combine compassion with wisdom by helping in a more direct and careful way if you feel uncertain.