In Hindu dhārmika thought, the term Ṣaḍripu (ṣaṭ = six, ripu = enemy) refers to six inherent tend... more In Hindu dhārmika thought, the term Ṣaḍripu (ṣaṭ = six, ripu = enemy) refers to six inherent tendencies that bind the jīva (individual soul) to saṃsāra (the cycle of birth and death). The word रिपु (ripu) is directly related to the Sanskrit root रिप् (rip), which is associated with the idea of "stain," "impurity," and by extension, "deceitful" or "treacherous". Figuratively, it means 'enemy'. The term 'षड्र िपु ' (Shaḍripu) literally means 'six enemies'. It is also called 'अरिषड् वर्ग ' (Ariṣaḍvarga). These are: 1. Kāma (काम) -Lust / Desire Represents uncontrolled sensual or material craving. Rooted in selfish gratification, often leading to attachment and delusion. In the Bhagavad Gītā (3.37), kāma is described as a gateway to hell when unchecked.
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