who is attributed to have gained Manahparyay gnana? is it possible for a shravaka to achieve this gnana?
Manahparyaya jñāna is attributed in Jain tradition to highly advanced ascetics (munis) who have reached a very pure stage of spiritual development. It is not commonly attributed to ordinary householders.
Can a śrāvaka achieve it?
Generally, no. In Jain doctrine, manahparyaya jñāna is attained by a renunciant life, with deep vows, restraint, and purity of mind. A śrāvaka is a lay follower, and while a śrāvaka can practice great discipline, this jñāna is ordinarily not considered attainable by a householder in that state.In simple terms:
- Who attains it?
- Can a śrāvaka attain it?
If you want, I can also explain the difference between avadhi jñāna, manaḥparyaya jñāna, and keval jñāna in simple Jain terms.