Answer

In Jain tradition, the teaching that Krishna went to hell after death is found in Jain narrative literature, especially in accounts of the 63 Shalaka Purushas.

A major Jain source that describes Krishna’s life and future spiritual journey is the Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Charitra, written by Acharya Hemachandra.

Explanation

According to Jain tradition:

• Krishna is counted among the Vasudevas, one category within the 63 great beings.
• Vasudevas are heroic and powerful, but they engage in violence and warfare.
• Because of violent karma, Jain texts describe Krishna as taking birth in hell after death.
• However, Jain tradition also teaches that Krishna will eventually rise spiritually and become a future Tirthankar.

So this is not meant as hatred or insult toward Krishna. It is part of Jain karmic doctrine: even great and powerful beings must experience the results of violence and attachment.

Spiritual Understanding

The Jain lesson is that greatness, power, devotion, or fame do not remove karmic consequences. Only complete non-violence, detachment, right faith, right knowledge, and right conduct lead toward liberation.

Takeaway

The statement comes from Jain scriptural tradition, and one well-known author who preserved this account is Acharya Hemachandra in the Trishashti Shalaka Purusha Charitra.