Most religions believe, that as humans none of us are perfect. However, humans have an innate desire for perfection in their souls. Jesus Christ is believed to be the only perfect human being who is the very reflection of God the Father.

Most Hindus believe that in our present lives we are required to fulfill our divine purpose and complete them despite our imperfections. This will give us ‘Moksha,’ or freedom from the cycle of birth and rebirth.

Though called to biblical doctrines from a young age, I came to explore the concept of human defect even after my Born Again experience due to persecution as a result of imagined wrongdoing by another party. Cast into a deep abyss, I nevertheless, through the power of the Holy Spirit, experienced an extraordinary life experience. I was miraculously drawn into a circle of Divine Love by some yoga masters. I was given charge of my own healing journey, through which I gained some deep insights into ancient spiritual belief systems that are eternal to mankind.

Klesha

In the context of yoga and spiritual traditions, “kleshas” (Sanskrit: क्लेश) refer to afflictions, defilements, or mental poisons that cause suffering and hinder spiritual progress. 

Here’s a more detailed explanation:

• Meaning:
  The word “klesha” translates to “impurity,” “corruption,” or “poison”. 
  
• Yoga and Buddhism:
  The concept of kleshas is prominent in yoga philosophy (Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras) and Buddhism. 
  
• The Five Kleshas:
  Patanjali identifies five primary kleshas (or afflictions) in his Yoga Sutras:
  • Avidya (Ignorance): Lack of true understanding of reality. 
    
    
  • Asmita (Egoism): Attachment to the ego and the sense of “I”. 
    
    
  • Raga (Attachment): Clinging to pleasant experiences and things. 
    
    
  • Dvesa (Aversion): Repulsion or hatred towards unpleasant experiences and things. 
    
    
  • Abhinivesha (Fear of Death/Clinging to Life): Fear of death and an excessive attachment to the body and life. 
    
    
• Impact:
  Kleshas are seen as the root causes of suffering (dukkha) and the cycle of samsara (rebirth). 
  
  
• Overcoming Kleshas:
  Spiritual practices, including yoga and meditation, aim to help individuals understand and overcome these kleshas to achieve liberation (moksha or enlightenment).