Three Poisons, Three Evil Roots, Three Fires: 1 definition

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Three Poisons means something in Buddhism, Pali. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.

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Source: Buddhist Door: Glossaryor Three Roots 1. Greed or wrong desire 2. Hatred or anger 3. Illusion or stupidity or ignorance These are the source of all the passions and delusions.Source: Buddhist Door: GlossaryThe three (evil) roots, i.e. desire, hate and stupidity. Another group is the three grades of good "roots" or abilities, i.e. superior, medium and inferior.

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