The phrase “All scriptures. No Rāga and Dveṣa” expresses a key spiritual idea found across many traditions, especially in Indian philosophy.
Meaning
- Rāga (राग) = attachment, craving, strong liking.
- Dveṣa (द्वेष) = aversion, hatred, strong dislike.
Many spiritual teachings say that true wisdom is to live without being controlled by either attachment or aversion.
Example from Hindu scripture
In the Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 2), Krishna explains to Arjuna that peace and clarity come when a person rises above rāga and dveṣa. When the mind is not pulled by attraction or pushed by hatred, it becomes steady.
Why scriptures emphasize this
Across scriptures, attachment and aversion are seen as the two forces that disturb the mind:
- Attachment → leads to craving, fear of loss, suffering.
- Aversion → leads to anger, conflict, hatred.
When both drop, a person develops:
- Equanimity
- Clarity of mind
- Compassion
- Inner freedom
Simple way to understand it
Think of life like this:
- If something pleasant happens → don’t cling.
- If something unpleasant happens → don’t resist with hatred.
Instead, stay balanced and aware.
One-line summary
All scriptures point to the same principle: freedom comes when the mind is free from attachment (Rāga) and aversion (Dveṣa).
If you want, I can also show how Buddhism, the Gita, and the Yoga Sutras each explain Rāga–Dveṣa in slightly different ways. 🧘♂️
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