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The knowledge that is attained through the study of the Shri Sutra Kritanga Sutra is called "Jnana Sankhya". A tapasvi who considers himself to be a knower of this knowledge, but does not properly examine the ultimate truth, becomes arrogant and proud. He sees other sadhus and righteous householders as mere appearances, like reflections in water or counterfeit coins, and he despises them. He also attributes qualities like caste to himself, considering himself to be superior, and looks down upon others. Such a person is devoid of wisdom.
"Kuta" is like a snare or trap, which binds animals like deer and makes them subservient. Similarly, a sadhu who is bound by the snare of affection and attachment wanders in the cycle of samsara. He becomes deeply engrossed in the world and keeps getting reborn and dying, trapped in the cycle of birth and death. The word "tu" here indicates that he is deluded by desires and attachments and is immersed in the painful world.
The arrogant person mentioned earlier does not follow the path of "Moun" (silence) in his life. The conduct or dharma associated with monks is called "Moun". Its place or position is "Samyam" (self-control). Alternatively, the path established by the omniscient "Mounindra" is called "Mounindra Pad". He does not follow this path.
The characteristics of the omniscient are described as follows: One who protects the "Go-vani" (true speech) by speaking truthfully and consistently, without contradicting himself, is called "Gotr". The omniscient's teachings are the "Gotr", the foundation of all scriptures. Alternatively, one who is born into a high caste and takes pride in it does not follow the path of the omniscient. One who seeks honor, respect, and praise, and becomes proud upon receiving them, is also not on the path of the omniscient.
"Vas" means wealth or material possessions. Here, it refers to "Samyam" (self-control). One who possesses "Samyam" but is engrossed in pride due to knowledge and other such qualities, and does not understand the ultimate truth, is deluded. Even though he may read all the scriptures and understand their meaning, he does not truly understand the teachings of the omniscient.
"A Brahmin, a Kshatriya, an Ugraputra, or a Lichchhavi, who has renounced the world and accepts food given by others, and does not take pride in his high lineage, follows the path of the omniscient."
**Commentary:**
The text explains that pride arises from various sources, including caste pride. It emphasizes that a person who is truly on the path of the omniscient does not consider himself superior based on his birth or lineage. The examples of Brahmin, Kshatriya, Ugraputra, and Lichchhavi are given to illustrate that a person's caste does not determine his spiritual progress. The text highlights that true spiritual growth comes from renouncing worldly attachments and following the path of self-control and wisdom.