dhyanajhna

Dhyanajhna is a modern term combining the Sanskrit words dhyana (meditation) and jnana (knowledge, wisdom). It is not a standard term in classical Sanskrit grammars or mainstream yoga and Vedanta canons, but it appears in some contemporary writings to describe a particular way of relating meditation to knowledge.

Usage and interpretation: The term is often used to denote either (a) knowledge that arises through sustained meditative practice, i.e., insight, clarity, or experiential understanding gained during or after meditation; or (b) the integration of meditative inquiry with discriminative wisdom (viveka) about the nature of self and reality. In this sense, dhyanajhna connotes a synthesis of contemplative practice with epistemic discernment.

In traditional schools: Within Advaita Vedanta and the broader Indian spiritual traditions, jnana (knowledge) and dhyana (meditation) are regarded as complementary rather than identical paths. Jnana yoga emphasizes discerning knowledge of non-dual truth, while dhyana or meditation is a preparatory or supportive practice that can stabilize attention and foster direct realization. Some modern teachers use dhyanajhna to describe a path in which meditation directly yields or prepares for nondual realization.

Notes: Because the term is not canonical, its meaning may vary with author and school. When encountered, it is helpful to examine the surrounding discussion to understand whether it refers to meditative states, epistemic insight, or a hybrid practice.