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Divine and demoniac natures

Daivāsura-sampad-vibhāga-yoga

Two directions of character are described for honest self-examination.

A learner walking along a winding path
Keep this in mind

Compare divine and destructive dispositions, their actions and consequences without converting the lists into weapons for judging others.

A question to carry

Which quality, belief or action is named?

Choose a verse

24 verses in this chapter

Begin with verse 1
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A simple learning rhythm

Do more than reread

  1. 1ReadTake in one small piece.
  2. 2RememberClose it and bring it back.
  3. 3UseConnect it to a real choice.
  4. 4ExplainSay it clearly in your own words.