Ahimsa is an ancient spiritual concept that began in India and centers around avoiding all forms of violence and respecting all living things.
The principle of ahimsa first appeared in the 4,000-year-old Indian spiritual and philosophical beliefs known as the Vedas. Many religions, including Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism have since adopted ahimsa as part of their core virtues. In Sanskrit, the word means "without injury," and it's commonly translated in English as "nonviolence." Ahimsa involves doing the least amount of harm you can to humans and other beings.
Non-Violence: Onions and garlic grow underground and are home to numerous microorganisms. Harvesting these vegetables can destroy entire plants and the killing of tiny organisms, which goes against the Jain principle of ahimsa
