Answer

There is no commonly accepted Jain category called “169 Shresth Purush.” In Jain tradition, the well-known group is the 63 Śalākā-Puruṣas or Mahā-Puruṣas — the “63 Great Men.” ( jainpedia.org)

Explanation

The 63 Śalākā-Puruṣas are usually counted as:

• 24 Jinas
• 12 Cakravartins
• 9 Baladevas
• 9 Vāsudevas
• 9 Prati-vāsudevas ( jainpedia.org)

So, if you meant a Jain list of great personalities, the correct and traditional term is 63 Shalaka Purush, not 169. ( jainpedia.org)

Spiritual Understanding

These great beings are remembered in Jain Dharma because their lives show the path of right faith, right knowledge, right conduct, and spiritual victory over karma. Their biographies are central to Jain universal history. ( jainpedia.org)

Takeaway

The Jain tradition recognizes 63 Shalaka Purush, not 169. If you meant a specific Jain text, list, or family tradition by “169 shresth purush,” it is likely a different classification and not the standard Jain one. ( jainpedia.org)