Ahimsa (अहिंसा) — "non-violence" (from a = not, himsa = violence) — is one of the most important ethical principles in Indian spiritual traditions, especially in Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism. It means not only avoiding physical violence but also refraining from harmful speech, thoughts, and actions. Ahimsa is the first and most important of the yamas (ethical restraints) in Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, establishing it as foundational for all spiritual practice. In Jainism, ahimsa is the supreme v
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