Jain Knowledge
Menu
  • JainGPT
  • Jain Directory
    • Jain Tirthsthaans
    • Jain Sangeetkars
    • Jain Pandits
    • Jain Acharya
    • Jain Businessman
  • Jain Media
    • Jain Stavan
    • Jain Pachkhan
    • Jain Stories
    • Jain Sutras
    • Jain Facts / Concepts
  • Advertise with us
Jain Knowledge
login Register

Get In Touch

phone
info@jainknowledge.com

online support

phone
Mumbai

India

  • Home
  • Jain Questions
  • type of gyan according to jainism
  • author Posted by
    Jain Follower

    type of gyan according to jainism

    11 months ago 124

    Jainism recognizes five kinds of knowledge (jnana), together called Panch Jnana.

    • Mati Jnana (Sensory knowledge): knowledge gained through the senses and mind; it is indirect and can be right or wrong.
    • Shruta Jnana (Scriptural/verbal knowledge): knowledge heard from scriptures and teachers; also indirect.
    • Avadhi Jnana (Clairvoyant knowledge): direct knowledge of distant or subtle objects without ordinary senses.
    • Manah-paryaya Jnana (Telepathic knowledge): knowledge of the thoughts of others; direct and refined.
    • Kevala Jnana (Omniscient knowledge): perfect, infinite knowledge of all times and all things; attained by purified souls (Arihants/Siddhas).

    Notes:

    • Mati and Shruta are considered indirect (parokṣa) knowledge; Avadhi, Manah-paryāya, and Kevala are direct (pratyakṣa) knowledge.
    • Kevala Jnana is the ultimate goal for liberation; there is no creator-god granting it—it is realized by the soul itself through purification.

    You can read more here and here

    About Jain Knowledge

    JainGPT by JainKnowledge.com is India’s first AI-powered platform dedicated entirely to Jainism. Here, you can ask any question related to Jain Dharma — from rituals and history to philosophy and daily practices — and receive instant, accurate answers rooted in Jain principles.

    Our mission is to make Jain knowledge accessible to all, especially the next generation, through the power of technology. Whether you're a curious student or a lifelong seeker, JainGPT is your trusted digital guide for all things Jain.

    Authentic Jain knowledge, made simple and accessible for every generation.
    Follow Us
    Facebook ↗ Instagram ↗

    Stay connected for Jain knowledge, insights and community updates.

    Jain Knowledge

    JainGPT by JainKnowledge.com is India’s first AI-powered platform dedicated entirely to Jainism. Ask questions related to Jain Dharma, rituals, history, philosophy and daily practices, and receive answers rooted in Jain principles.

    Explore
    • JainGPT
    • Jain Directory
    • Jain Media
    • Advertise With Us
    • Disclaimer
    Our Mission

    Our mission is to make Jain knowledge accessible to all, especially the next generation, through the power of technology. Whether you're a curious student or a lifelong seeker, JainGPT is your trusted digital guide for all things Jain.

    info@jainknowledge.com Online support
    Mumbai India

    Copyright © 2026 Jain Knowledge

    Created by Katalyst Corp.