 According to Jain texts, "Sallekhana" leads to "Ahimsa" (non-violence or non-injury), as a person observing "Sallekhana" subjugates the passions, which are the root cause of "Himsa" (injury or violence).While "Sallekhana" is prescribed for both "householders" and ascetics, Jain texts describe conditions when it is appropriate.It should not be observed by a householder without guidance of a Jain ascetic.