Significance of Hatred
Hatred is recognized across various philosophical and religious traditions as a negative emotion that obstructs inner peace and purity. In Jainism, it is a harmful emotion that should be eliminated for spiritual advancement. Similarly, Vaishnavism portrays it as a destructive feeling towards Krishna, while Purana identifies it within the Passion category, emphasizing its transcendence during rituals. Yoga and Dharmashastra define hatred as aversion or ill-will that can misguide one's actions. In Mahayana and Theravada, it is seen as a significant obstacle that leads to negative karma and suffering, highlighting the importance of overcoming it for spiritual progress.
Synonyms: Animosity, Aversion, Enmity, Hostility, Resentment
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Buddhist concept of 'Hatred'
Hatred in Buddhism is viewed as a strong aversion that leads to negative karma and harmful actions, contributing to suffering and poor decisions, and ultimately results in detrimental rebirths if not abandoned for spiritual growth.
From: Dhammapada (Illustrated)
(1) The intense dislike or ill will that can lead to negative karma; its abandonment is encouraged for achieving a favorable spiritual status.[1]
From: Vinaya Pitaka (3): Khandhaka
(1) An intense dislike or ill will that can lead monks away from appropriate actions and decisions.[2]
From: A Manual of Abhidhamma
(1) A strong aversion or hostility towards others, often leading to harmful actions.[3]
From: Maha Buddhavamsa—The Great Chronicle of Buddhas
(1) A strong emotional aversion that contributes to one's suffering and difficulties.[4]
From: Vinaya Pitaka (4): Parivara
(1) A strong aversion or ill-will towards someone, leading to misjudgements and wrongful actions.[5]
From: Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra
(1) A strong emotional response that the Buddha did not feel when attacked by T’i-p’o-to.[6] (2) An emotion that, when predominant, results in rebirth as dangerous creatures like poisonous snakes and scorpions.[7]
Hindu concept of 'Hatred'
In Hinduism, hatred (dvesha) represents a profound aversion, often linked to demons' sentiments towards Krishna. It is an aspect of Passion that must be transcended through rituals for achieving inner peace and purity.
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) A quality that is part of the Passion category.[8]
From: Agni Purana
(1) An emotion that must be transcended during rituals to reach a state of inner peace and purity.[9]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Intense dislike or ill-will, particularly identified as the emotion of anger.[10]
From: Garga Samhita (English)
(1) A negative feeling directed towards someone, in this context referring to the emotions the demons have towards Krishna.[11]
From: Yoga-sutras (Ancient and Modern Interpretations)
(1) Hatred (dvesha) signifies aversion or intense dislike towards something or someone.[12]
Jain concept of 'Hatred'
In Jainism, hatred is viewed as a detrimental emotion that obstructs purity and peace. The teachings of Bala emphasize the importance of eliminating hatred to attain a higher state of spiritual well-being.
From: Uttaradhyayana Sutra
(1) A negative emotion that Bala teaches one should rid oneself of in order to achieve purity and peace.[13]