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Jain monks and nuns walk barefoot and sweep the ground in front of them to avoid killing insects or other tiny beings.

Even though all life is considered sacred by the Jains, human life is deemed the highest form of life.

For this reason, it is considered vital never to harm or upset any person.

Along with the Five Vows, Jains avoid harboring ill will and practice forgiveness.

They believe that atma ( soul ) can lead one to becoming parmatma ( liberated soul ) and this must come from one's inner self.

Jains refrain from all violence ( ahimsa ) and recommend that sinful activities be avoided.