Avidya
(Sk.). Ignorance opposed to Vidya, Knowledge. ... which proceeds from, and is produced by the illusion of the Senses or Viparyaya. (TG)
Militant darkness is familiar to all peoples under different designations. In the last analysis, darkness remains the most frightful aspect of Avidya. But it is very dangerous when it begins to act. One must courageously meet its attacks in action sustained up to the point of its destruction. It has been said—darkness is as a carpet to the Fiery World. But in order to pass more quickly over the dark terrain, one should become kindled in heart. Thus the Fiery World will be the goal of victory over darkness. If darkness is perilous, then the goal must be great. (FW II, 364)
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