Answer

Many Jains may go to see Ravan Dahan because it is a popular public event during Dussehra, often seen as a cultural gathering, fireworks show, or family outing.

But from a Jain Dharma perspective, one should reflect carefully before attending, because Jainism teaches Ahimsa, compassion, non-hatred, and inner purification.

Explanation

In Jain Dharma, the main focus is not on celebrating the burning or destruction of anyone. Jain teachings guide us to reduce:

• anger
• hatred
• revengeful thinking
• attachment to violence
• enjoyment in harm or destruction

So, if someone attends Ravan Dahan simply as a social or cultural event, they may not think deeply about its meaning. But spiritually, a Jain should ask:

• Am I enjoying destruction?
• Am I encouraging violence, even symbolically?
• Does this increase peace, forgiveness, and detachment in me?

Spiritual Understanding

Jain Dharma teaches that the real “Ravan” to burn is not outside, but inside us:

• krodh — anger
• maan — ego
• maya — deceit
• lobh — greed
• raag-dwesh — attachment and hatred

A Jain’s true celebration is the destruction of inner passions, not the burning of an external figure.

Takeaway

Many Jains may attend Ravan Dahan due to culture or family tradition, but according to Jain values, it is better to focus on Ahimsa, forgiveness, self-control, and burning our inner vices.