Topic

Obstacles

2 verses from the Bhagavad Gita on obstacles. Explore teachings across 2 chapters.

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Chapter 3 • Verse 37 →The Yoga of Action

Shri bhagavan uvaca: Kama esha krodha esha rajo-guna-samudbhavah, mahasano maha-papma viddhy enam iha vairinam

The Supreme Lord said: It is lust and anger, born of the mode of passion, that compel one to sin. They are the all-devouring, sinful enemies in this world.

•Lust and anger are the primary enemies
•They arise from passion and agitation
•Recognize them as obstacles to growth

lust anger passion enemies within

Chapter 16 • Verse 21 →The Yoga of the Divine and Demoniac Natures

Tri-vidham narakasyedam dvaram nashanam atmanah, kamah krodhas tatha lobhas tasmad etat trayam tyajet

There are three gates leading to self-destruction and hell: lust, anger, and greed. Therefore, one should abandon these three.

•Three primary obstacles identified
•They lead to downfall
•Must be consciously renounced

lust anger greed self-destruction