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    Jnana 5 types

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    In Jainism, Jnana (knowledge) is classified into five types, known as Panch Jnana (Five Knowledges):

    1. Mati Jnana (Sensory Knowledge)

    This is knowledge gained through the senses and mind. It includes perception, memory, reasoning, and inference.

    1. Shruta Jnana (Scriptural Knowledge)

    This is knowledge obtained through scriptures, teachings, and verbal testimony. It is also called hearing or learning from others.

    1. Avadhi Jnana (Clairvoyant Knowledge)

    This is direct knowledge of material things without the help of senses or scriptures, but limited to certain objects or areas.

    1. Manahparyaya Jnana (Telepathic Knowledge)

    This is the knowledge of the thoughts of other beings. It is more advanced than Avadhi Jnana and is possessed by spiritually advanced souls.

    1. Kevala Jnana (Omniscience)

    This is perfect, infinite, and complete knowledge, free from all limitations. Only the Arihants (liberated souls) possess this.

    In summary, the five types of Jnana in Jainism are:

    1. Mati Jnana
    2. Shruta Jnana
    3. Avadhi Jnana
    4. Manahparyaya Jnana
    5. Kevala Jnana

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