Delusion |
Description |
Antidote |
Ignorance (Avidya) |
Lack of understanding of the true nature of reality. |
Wisdom (Prajna): Developing insight into the nature of reality, especially the
understanding of emptiness (shunyata). |
Attachment (Raga) |
Excessive desire for and clinging to worldly objects and experiences. |
Detachment (Vairagya) or Generosity (Dana): Cultivating a sense of detachment
from worldly desires and practicing generosity. |
Aversion (Dvesha) |
Strong dislike or hatred towards objects, people, or experiences. |
Loving-kindness (Metta) or Patience (Kshanti): Developing love and kindness
towards others and practicing patience. |
Pride (Mada) |
Inflated sense of self-importance and superiority over others. |
Humility (Nimrata): Cultivating humility and recognizing the equality of all
beings. |
Doubt (Vichikitsa) |
Lack of confidence in the teachings, the path, or oneself. |
Confidence (Shraddha) or Faith (Vishvas): Developing confidence in the
teachings and faith in the path. |
Jealousy (Irshya) |
Envy of others' success, possessions, or qualities. |
Sympathetic Joy (Mudita): Rejoicing in the success and happiness of others. |
Miserliness (Matsarya) |
Reluctance to share or give, hoarding resources. |
Generosity (Dana): Practicing generosity and sharing with others. |
Laziness (Kausidya) |
Unwillingness to make an effort, procrastination. |
Diligence (Virya): Cultivating diligence and a strong work ethic. |
Hatred (Dvesha) |
Intense dislike or hostility towards others. |
Loving-kindness (Metta) or Compassion (Karuna): Developing loving-kindness and
compassion towards all beings. |
Restlessness (Uddhacca) |
Agitation and inability to stay focused or calm. |
Concentration (Samadhi): Practicing meditation to develop mental stability and
calm. |
Shamelessness (Ahrikya) |
Lack of moral integrity and respect for oneself. |
Sense of Shame (Hri): Cultivating a sense of moral integrity and respect for
oneself. |
Lack of Conscientiousness (Anapatrapya) |
Disregard for the impact of one's actions on others. |
Consideration for Others (Ottappa): Developing a sense of responsibility and
consideration for the impact of one's actions on others. |
Greed (Lobha) |
Excessive desire for more than one needs or deserves. |
Contentment (Santosh): Cultivating contentment and satisfaction with what one
has. |
Ill-will (Vyapada) |
Desire to cause harm to others. |
Loving-kindness (Metta): Developing love and goodwill towards all beings. |
Wrong Views (Mithya Drishti) |
Misunderstanding the nature of reality and the teachings. |
Right View (Samma Ditthi): Developing a correct understanding of the nature of
reality and the teachings. |