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Lesson 3.7.2 ālasāyanuyoge ādīnavā versus āraddhavīriyo ārakkhagocaro – Beware of the Dangers of Idleness by Keeping Up Unyielding Energy!
“Beware of the Dangers of Idleness by Keeping up Unyielding Energy!” deals with strong warnings the Buddha expressed at various situations about not falling victim to one’s own impurities. These impurities present themselves as laziness, idleness and lethargy apparent adversaries of energy, effort and steadfast perseverance. Likewise, helpful qualities like āraddhavīriyo, okkhittacakkhu, indriyesu guttadvāro, bhojane mattaññū and ārakkhagocaro support one’s firm endeavor.