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    who is attributed to have gained Manahparyay gnana? is it possible for a shravaka to achieve this gnana?

    5 months ago 78

    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?
    Usually munis / sadhus of very high spiritual purity.
    • Can a śrāvaka attain it?
    Not ordinarily. It is associated with complete ascetic discipline.

    If you want, I can also explain the difference between avadhi jñāna, manaḥparyaya jñāna, and keval jñāna in simple Jain terms.

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