Answer

Traditionally, Jains, including Saitwal Jains, follow the principle of Ahimsa—non-violence. Jain Dharma does not encourage the use of weapons or violence.

However, in practical social life, Jain householders may arrange non-violent protection for temples, monks, and nuns, such as:

• Temple security
• Community volunteers
• Locks, cameras, and alarms
• Calling lawful authorities when needed

Using weapons is not a Jain religious practice.

Explanation

Saitwal Jains are a Jain community, mainly associated with the Digambar tradition. Like other Jain communities, their religious foundation is based on:

• Ahimsa
• Self-control
• Compassion
• Protection of life
• Respect for Jain sadhus and sadhvis

Jain sadhu and sadhvi follow a very strict path of non-violence and renunciation. They themselves do not carry weapons or use force.

For laypeople, Jain Dharma accepts that householders live in society and may take responsibility for protecting temples and saints, but this should be done as far as possible through peaceful, lawful, and non-violent means.

Spiritual Understanding

In Jain Dharma, protecting a temple or sadhu/sadhvi should not become an excuse for anger, hatred, revenge, or violence. The ideal Jain approach is:

• Protect without cruelty
• Act without anger
• Use minimum harm
• Prefer lawful and peaceful methods
• Maintain devotion with humility

Takeaway

Saitwal Jains do not have a Jain religious rule requiring weapons for temple or sadhu/sadhvi protection. The Jain ideal is to protect with Ahimsa, discipline, lawful help, and minimum harm, not with violence.