Arishadvargas
Sign in to saveIn Hinduism, arishadvarga or shadripu (; meaning the six enemies) are the six enemies of the mind. These are kama (Desire/Lust), krodha (Anger), lobha (Greed), mada (Ego), moha (Attachment), and matsarya (Jealousy). In Hinduism, these 6 traits are considered negative characteristics that prevent humans from attaining moksha.
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In Hinduism, arishadvarga or shadripu (; meaning the six enemies) are the six enemies of the mind. These are kama (Desire/Lust), krodha (Anger), lobha (Greed), mada (Ego), moha (Attachment), and matsarya (Jealousy). In Hinduism, these 6 traits are considered negative characteristics that prevent humans from attaining moksha.
== Enemies of the mind==
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