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What is meaning of Mati Jnana in Jainism ?

  • Perception through activity of sense organs.
  • Knowledge revealed by scriptures.
  • Clairvoyant perception.
  • Telepathic knowledge.

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

In Jainism there are five instruments of knowledge:

"Mati Jnana" - Perception through activity of sense organs.

"Shruta Jnana" - Knowledge revealed by scriptures.

"Avadhi Jnana" - Clairvoyant perception.

"Manahparyaya Jnana" - Telepathic knowledge.

"Keval Jnana" - Temporal knowledge or Omniscience.

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