"Avidya" Ignorance - As identified by Patanjali and other Gurus
Avidya is seen as a veil that obscures our understanding of reality and prevents us from realizing our true nature. Patanjali identifies four main types of avidya, each of which contributes to our misperception of the world and ourselves. "Ignorance (avidya) is regarding the ephemeral as eternal, the impure as pure, sorrow as pleasure, and that which is not the self as the self." Avidya, the concept of ignorance or lack of knowledge, is a central theme in various yogic philosophies. Different yogis and schools of thought have provided their perspectives on avidya. "Avidya" Ignorance - As identified by Patanjali and other Gurus 1. Patanjali (Yoga Sutras) : Patanjali describes avidya as one of the five afflictions (kleshas) that cloud the mind and create suffering. As discussed earlier, he identifies four forms of avidya, emphasizing how they obstruct the path to self-realization...