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In his Yogasūtra, Patañjali mentions five kinds of afflictions (kleśas). Which one of the following is NOT among the five afflictions?

The correct answer is
Mātsarya (competition/ rivalry)

Identifying Patañjali's Kleśas in Yogasūtra

Patañjali's Yogasūtra identifies five primary obstacles or afflictions, known as kleśas, that hinder spiritual progress. Understanding these is crucial for grasping Patañjali's philosophy.

The Five Kleśas

The five fundamental afflictions are:

  • Avidyā: Ignorance or false knowledge.
  • Asmitā: Egoism or the sense of individuality.
  • Rāga: Attachment or craving.
  • Dveṣa: Aversion or hatred.
  • Abhiniveśa: Clinging to life or fear of death.

Analysis of Options

The question asks which option is NOT one of these five kleśas:

  • Avidyā (false knowledge): Listed as the first kleśa.
  • Rāga (attachment): Listed as the third kleśa.
  • Asmitā (egoism): Listed as the second kleśa.
  • Mātsarya (competition/rivalry): This concept is related to negative mental states but is not explicitly listed among Patañjali's core five kleśas in the Yogasūtra.

Conclusion

Based on the established list of the five kleśas in Patañjali's Yogasūtra, Mātsarya (competition/rivalry) is the concept that is NOT included.

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