Three Obstructions

Three Obstructions

Also called Three Obstacles. They are the obstructions that hinder the attainment of Buddhahood. When the Three Obstructions are cleared, the Three Virtues will be perfected. The Three Obstructions are:

1 Affliction obstruction - e.g. due to Three Poisons, i.e. greed, hatred and stupidity.

2 Karma obstruction - e.g. due to Five Offenses, and Ten Unwholesome Deeds, i.e. the Karma in the past.

3 Retribution obstruction - e.g. the suffering retribution in Three Evil Paths