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Three Types Of Intellect


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Now hear Me explain fully and separately, O Arjun, the threefold division of intellect and resolve, based on modes of material Nature. (18.29) O Arjun, that intellect is in the mode of goodness which understands the path of work and the path of renunciation, right and wrong action, fear and fearlessness, bondage and liberation. (18.30) That intellect is in the mode of passion which cannot distinguish between righteousness (Dharm) and unrighteousness (Adharm), and right and wrong action, O Arjun. (18.31) That intellect is in the mode of ignorance which, when covered by ignorance, accepts unrighteousness (Adharm) as righteousness (Dharm) and thinks everything to be that which it is not, O Arjun. (18.32)

(Bhagavad Gita)

When we first encounter dharam, it fires arrows at us and they hurt. In time we learn these arrows are actually of love so rather than developing thicker skins we need to let go of everything and allow them to penetrate our souls. That's where the difficulties begin!

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