Answer

No. Jain Dharma does not agree with the idea of being “extremely hard” against people of another faith or community.

In Jainism, the core principle is Ahimsa — non-violence in thought, speech, and action — toward all living beings, not only toward one’s own group.

Explanation

Jain teachings do not divide compassion based on religious identity. A Jain is expected to cultivate:

• Ahimsa — non-harm toward all beings
• Maitri — friendliness toward all living beings
• Karuna — compassion for those who suffer
• Kshama — forgiveness
• Aparigraha — non-possessiveness and reduction of ego
• Anekantavada — respect for many-sided viewpoints

So, from a Jain perspective, harshness, hatred, cruelty, or hostility toward any person because they are outside one’s religious group is spiritually harmful.

Spiritual Understanding

Jain Dharma teaches that every soul has the potential for liberation. Therefore, harming or hating others strengthens passions such as anger, pride, deceit, and greed, which bind karma to the soul.

A Jain may firmly disagree with another belief or conduct, but that disagreement should be expressed with restraint, non-violence, humility, and compassion.

Takeaway

Jainism does not support being harsh toward “outsiders” and kind only to one’s own group. Jain Dharma teaches universal non-violence, compassion, and friendliness toward all living beings.