Use reasoning to lead to the answer of the following question:
Did Paul the Apostle's cause of death violate the tenets of Ahimsa?

yes
Ahimsa is is an ancient Indian principle of nonviolence which applies to all living beings.

Ahimsa is a key virtue in Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism.

Paul the Apostle was violently beheaded.

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The final answer: yes