The Relevance of the Kleshas Today
Though ancient, the teachings of the Kleshas are profoundly relevant. Western culture often encourages us to ignore pain, but true happiness comes from facing suffering, not hiding from it. “Rent, don’t buy” when it comes to pain and suffering.
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A “Chance Encounter” with Wisdom: The Teacher Appears (Understanding the Kleshas and Finding Peace)
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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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