Five Hindrances

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The five hindrances are negative mental states that impede success with meditation (See: Jhana) and lead away from enlightenment.

  1. Sensual desire (kamacchanda): Craving for pleasure to the senses.
  2. Anger or ill-will (vyapada): Feelings of malice directed toward others.
  3. Sloth, torpor and boredom (thina-middha): Half-hearted action with little or no concentration.
  4. Restlessness and worry (uddhacca-kukkacca): The inability to calm the mind.
  5. Doubt (vicikiccha): Lack of conviction or trust.


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