Lobha and Dosa: Craving and Aversion as the Other Two Root Poisons
Lobha means craving and dosa means aversion, Buddhism's other two root poisons alongside delusion. Here is what they mean.
What Are Kilesa? The Mental Defilements Vipassana Aims to Weaken
Kilesa are the mental impurities Buddhist practice aims to reduce. Here is what the term means and where it shows up.
What Is Bhava? The Buddhist Idea of “Becoming”
Bhava is the Pali word for becoming, one link in the chain of dependent origination. Here's what it means and why it matters.
Samsara: The Cycle Vipassana Is Meant to Help You Step Out Of
Samsara means the wandering cycle of craving and suffering. Here is what it means traditionally, and the smaller version you can check today.
Tanha: The Craving Behind Most of Our Suffering
Tanha means craving. Learn what this Buddhist idea covers, including the surprising link between craving and aversion.