Laukikalokottara in Jainism refers to the classification of agama pramana, where "laukika" denotes conventional knowledge and "lokottara" represents transcendental knowledge. This distinction highlights the different types of understanding that can be pursued within Jain philosophy, emphasizing the importance of both worldly and spiritual insights in the quest for knowledge.

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Jain concept of 'Laukikalokottara'

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Laukikalokottara in Jainism denotes two types of knowledge: laukika, representing conventional understanding, and lokottara, indicating transcendental wisdom. This concept emphasizes the distinction between ordinary and higher forms of comprehension.

Significance of Laukikalokottara in Jainism (general):

From: Bhagavati-sutra (Viyaha-pannatti)

(1) Classes of agama pramana; laukika refers to conventional knowledge and lokottara to transcendental knowledge.^[1]

Jainism is an Indian religion of Dharma whose doctrine revolves around harmlessness (ahimsa) towards every living being. The two major branches (Digambara and Svetambara) of Jainism stimulate self-control (or, shramana, ‘self-reliance’) and spiritual development through a path of peace for the soul to progess to the ultimate goal.

Last Updated: 18 October, 2024