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Title: Aagam Manjusha 15 Uvangsuttam Mool 04 Pannavanaa Authors: Anandsagarsuri, Sagaranandsuri Publisher: Deepratnasagar

I. Introduction and Context (Pages 1-2)

Dedication: The text begins with a respectful salutation to the lineage of gurus, including Pujya Anand-Kshama-Lalit-Sushil-SudharmaSagar Gurubhayo.
Online Initiative: This marks the 70th anniversary of the original "Aagam Manjusha" compilation, which was edited by Acharya Shri AnandSagar Sariji M.S. in Veer Samvat 2468 / Vikram Samvat 1998 / AD 1942. The current presentation is an online version from AD 2012 / Vikram Samvat 2068 / Veer Samvat 2538, with some modifications.
Distinctions of the Current Edition: The editor, Muni Deepratnasagar, notes several differences from the original compilation:
- Aachman Sutra (Agam-40): Includes not only the original verses but also the "Niyukti" (commentary/explanation).
- Jitakalpa Sutra (Agam-38): Includes the original verses and the "Bhashya" (commentary).
- Panchakalpa: The Bhashya of the alternative text "Panchakalpa" (also related to Jitakalpa Sutra) is included.
- Ogha Niyukti (Agam-41): The alternative Agam "Pindaniryukti" is included, although its printing location is mentioned as changed.
- Kalpa (Barasa) Sutra: This is also included in the original Aagam Manjusha.

II. Core Content: Pannavanaa (Pages 3-83)

The majority of the provided text is the Pannavanaa (Prajnapti), a fundamental Jain Agam text. The content primarily focuses on classification and enumeration of various aspects of existence according to Jain philosophy. The text is structured in a question-and-answer format, typically starting with "Kahin bante?" (Where, O venerable one?) or "Set kim tam?" (What is that?).

Key Topics Covered and Enumerated:

Pannavanaa (Prajnapti) itself: Defined as having two main divisions:
- Jiva Pannavanaa (Classification of Souls): Souls that are in the cycle of rebirth (Samsar) and souls that are liberated (Asamsar).
  - Liberated souls are further categorized into those who attained liberation immediately (Anantar Siddh) and those who attained it through intermediate stages (Parampar Siddh).
  - The Anantar Siddh souls are described in 15 categories based on their attainment (e.g., Tirthankar Siddh, Chakravarti Siddh, etc.) and gender/form (e.g., Istri Linga Siddh, Purush Linga Siddh, etc.).
  - The Parampar Siddh souls are classified based on the time taken for liberation (from one moment to infinite moments).
- Ajiva Pannavanaa (Classification of Non-souls):
  - Arupia Ajiva Pannavanaa (Formless Non-souls): Categorized into 10 types: Dharmastikaya, parts of Dharmastikaya, Pradesh of Dharmastikaya, Adharmastikaya, parts of Adharmastikaya, Pradesh of Adharmastikaya, Akashastikaya, parts of Akashastikaya, Pradesh of Akashastikaya, and time (Adha Samay).
  - Rupia Ajiva Pannavanaa (Formed Non-souls): This is extensively detailed.
    - Khanda (Aggregates): Further divided into Khanda Desha (parts of aggregates) and Khanda Pradesh (pradesh of aggregates).
    - Paramanu Pudgala (Subtle Matter): This is the fundamental form of matter.
    - Attributes of Matter: The text meticulously enumerates the qualities of matter, including:
      - Varna (Color): Black, blue, red, yellow, white.
      - Gandha (Smell): Pleasant and unpleasant.
      - Rasa (Taste): Bitter, pungent, astringent, sour, sweet.
      - Sparsha (Touch): Hard, soft, heavy, light, cold, hot, dry, moist.
      - Samsthana (Shape): Circular, disc-shaped, square, oblong.
    - The text then systematically details how each color can combine with various smells, tastes, touches, and shapes, listing the vast number of possible combinations.
Classification of Sentient Beings (Jiva) within Samsara:
- Ekendriya (One-sensed beings): Enumerated into Earth-bodied (Prithvikaya), Water-bodied (Apkaya), Fire-bodied (Teukaya), Air-bodied (Vayukaya), and Vegetation-bodied (Vanaspatikaya).
  - Each of these is further sub-classified into subtle (Sukshma) and gross (Badara), and then into perfected (Paryapta) and unperfected (Aparyapta) forms.
  - The text goes into extensive detail listing various types of gross Earth-bodied beings (e.g., different kinds of soil, salt, minerals, precious stones), water-bodied beings (various types of water bodies), fire-bodied beings (different forms of fire), air-bodied beings (different types of winds), and an exhaustive list of vegetation-bodied beings (trees, shrubs, vines, grasses, etc.), including their parts and the number of souls within them.
- Dve-Indriya (Two-sensed beings): Enumerated with numerous examples like worms, snails, etc.
- Tri-Indriya (Three-sensed beings): Enumerated with numerous examples like ants, small insects, etc.
- Chatur-Indriya (Four-sensed beings): Enumerated with numerous examples like mosquitoes, flies, bees, etc.
- Panch-Indriya (Five-sensed beings): This is a very extensive classification:
  - Nairayika (Hellish beings): Categorized by the layers of hell (Ratnaprabha, Sakaraprabha, etc.) and the nature of their existence.
  - Tiryak-Yoni (Sub-human beings):
    - Jalayara (Aquatic): Fish, turtles, crabs, crocodiles, etc.
    - Thalayara (Terrestrial): Four-footed (elephants, lions, deer, horses, etc.) and crawling beings (snakes, lizards, etc.).
    - Gayara (Aerial/Flying): Birds of various kinds.
  - Manushya (Human beings): Classified by continent (Karma Bhumi, Akarm Bhumi, Antardveepa), and further sub-classified based on origin (Sammurchim, Grahvaka/Garbhava) and other factors.
  - Deva (Celestial beings): Categorized into Bhavanavasi (dwelling in lower heavens), Vanavyantaras (sub-celestial beings), Jyotishika (luminaries like sun, moon, stars), and Vaimanika (celestial vehicles).
    - Bhavanavasi are further divided into 10 types (Asura Kumaras, Nagas, etc.).
    - Vanavyantaras are divided into 8 types (Kinnaras, Gandharvas, etc.).
    - Jyotishikas are divided into 5 types (Suryas, Chandras, etc.).
    - Vaimanikas are divided into Kalpa-upaga (those who reside in celestial realms) and Kalpatita (those beyond celestial realms).
      - Kalpa-upaga include the 12 heavens (Sohm, Isaana, Sanatkumara, etc.).
      - Kalpatita include the Graiveyakas (9 types) and Anuttar-vaishis (5 types).
Attributes and Divisions of Souls and Non-souls:
- The text often specifies the number of souls within various categories of beings (e.g., single-sensed beings have infinite souls in their parts).
- It discusses the concept of Paryapta (perfected) and Aparyapta (unperfected) beings, which relates to the soul's ability to gather sustenance and develop its physical form and senses.
- Ubavaya (Origin), Samudghata (Expansion of Soul), and Gati (Destiny/Movement): The text touches upon where and how these beings originate, the expansion of their soul-bodies, and their transmigration between realms.
- Lifespans (Sthiti): For each category of being (from hellish beings to celestials), the minimum (Jahanya) and maximum (Utkrushya) lifespans are described in terms of years, months, days, and muhurtas.
- Karmas: The text delves into the karmas associated with different life forms and actions. It details how different life forms are associated with specific karmas, their durations, and how actions (kriya) lead to the bondage of karma.
- Kashayas (Passions): Classifies the four passions: anger (krodha), pride (mana), deceit (maya), and greed (lobha). It discusses their intensity and how they affect beings.
- Lesya (Color/Disposition): Explains the six types of Lesya: black, blue, grey, yellow, red, and white, and their associated qualities and affinities.
- Dravya (Substances) and Pudgala (Matter): Elaborates on the nature of substances in Jainism, including the omnipresent soul (Jiva), soul-bodies (Sharira), matter (Pudgala), Dharma (medium of motion), Adharma (medium of rest), Akash (space), and Kala (time). It discusses their number of pradeshas (units of existence) and dimensions.
- Pudgala (Matter) and its Qualities: Detailed enumeration of matter's attributes like color, smell, taste, touch, and form, and their combinations.
- Samudghata (Expansion of the Soul): Discusses the types of soul expansion during the process of death and rebirth, including Vedana Samudghata, Kashaya Samudghata, Maranantika Samudghata, and the subtle states of consciousness (Tejas, Karma body souls). It also explains how liberated souls exist beyond these states.
- Kriya (Actions): Enumerates different types of actions, including those related to the body (kaya), offense (aada), causing harm (parp), and violence (panaatipat). It discusses how actions bind souls to karma.
- Upayoga (Application of Consciousness): Explains the application of soul-consciousness in different states, particularly in relation to the senses and the process of knowledge acquisition.

III. Key Jain Philosophical Concepts Illustrated:

The text systematically explains and enumerates core Jain concepts, including:

Jiva (Soul) and Ajiva (Non-soul): The fundamental distinction and their various classifications.
Karma Theory: The bondage, manifestation, and shedding of karmas through actions and passions.
Transmigration (Samsara): The cycle of birth, death, and rebirth across different realms.
Liberation (Moksha): The ultimate goal of shedding karma and attaining a state of pure consciousness.
Subtle Classification: The text demonstrates an intricate understanding of Jain cosmology and the minute classification of all existent entities, often to an astonishing degree of detail.
Causality: The relationship between actions, passions, and the resulting karmic bondage and rebirth.
Sensory Perception: The role and types of senses in experiencing the world.

IV. Significance and Purpose:

The "Pannavanaa" is a crucial text for understanding the Jain worldview. It provides a systematic framework for comprehending the universe, the nature of souls and non-souls, the principles of karma, and the path to liberation. The detailed enumeration serves to:

Systematize Jain Knowledge: Organize and present Jain teachings in a structured and comprehensive manner.
Aid in Understanding: Provide a detailed map of reality for practitioners to understand their place within the cosmos and the path of spiritual progress.
Foundation for Further Study: Serve as a foundational text for deeper philosophical and practical study within Jainism.

This summary highlights the main themes and organizational structure of the provided pages. The sheer volume of enumeration indicates the text's purpose as a detailed encyclopedic work within Jain scripture.