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The Inner Enemy: Lust, Greed, Anger & the Arishadvargas

How Bhaja Govindam, Kabir, and Yogi Vemana Expose the Six Enemies Within (Arishadvargas)

January 29, 2026
Shikshak Content Board
9 minute read
Section 10 of 10

Conclusion: Victory Is Self-Knowledge

The six enemies are not conquered by force. They are conquered by self-inquiry. • Bhaja Govindam urges urgency: time is short. • Kabir demands honesty: ego must die. • Vemana insists on practice: wisdom must show in life. The inner enemy is not outside. The battlefield is within. And the victory is the discovery of what you are beyond all enemies. If you enjoyed this article, explore our pillar series: "Who Am I? Self-Inquiry Across Indian Traditions."
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