The Five Kleshas: Obstacles to Overcome
1. Avidya (Ignorance)
2. Asmita (Egoism)
3. Raga (Attachment)
4. Dvesha (Aversion)
5. Abhinivesha (Fear of Death)
Each Klesha reveals a different root of suffering, from ignorance and ego to attachment and fear.
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Known as the “five obstacles” in yogic and Buddhist philosophy, the Kelshas are believed to be the root causes of human suffering, clouding our understanding and leading to attachment, aversion, and pain.
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