Jnanvaraniya Scenarios Pt 1
Before coming to school, a student chooses a plain shirt with no symbols instead of a graphic tee.
2. Try not to wear clothing with numbers and letters on them
When a teacher gives instructions, the student listens and follows respectfully.
7. Give respect to teachers
A Kevali knows everything about the past, present, and future across all space and time.
Keval Jnan
While eating, a student focuses on their food and saves conversations for afterward.
5. Try to minimize talking while eating
A student finishes eating, washes their hands, and then takes out their books and pens.
4. Try to avoid touching papers, pen/ pencils, and books while eating
A person steps outside in winter and knows it is cold because their skin feels the cold air.
Mati Jnan
A student drops their notebook on the floor and picks it up instead of stepping over it.
1. Do not step on paper
A student is about to put food on a worksheet but stops and uses a plate instead.
6. Try to avoid eating on paper
A soul knows events happening far away or something that will happen in the future within a limited time and space.
Avadhi Jnan
A student is about to eat lunch and notices a pen on the desk, so they move it away first.
4. Try to avoid touching papers, pen/ pencils, and books while eating
A student turns pages carefully instead of licking their fingers.
3. Avoid putting spit on paper
A student learns about Jain teachings by listening to a teacher and reading religious books.
Shruta Jnan