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The ability to transmit hamon through stands is something that seems to be Hermit Purple's side ability. Especially since during Part 3, Araki had decided to go with the idea that stands are just spirit hamon. In Part 5 this was changed, so Hermit Purple is less of an example and more of a side affect of Araki being inconsistent. Infact, a lot of these kind of arguments begin because the guy is just not consistent and changes his mind on the spot.

None of your examples of stands being living make sense. Man In The Mirror allows for stands to be forbidden out, but can still be brought in, as shown by how Illuso accidentally brought in Moody Blues. Also, I don't see how humans not being able to affect stands proves your argument.