6 qualities that make one incapable of hearing or practicing Dhamma

Six qualities that make one incapable of hearing and practicing the Dhamma:

1. He is endowed with a [present] kamma obstruction

2. A defilement obstruction

3. A result of [past] kamma obstruction

4. He lacks conviction

5. He has no desire [to listen]

6. He has dull discernment

References

• The Complete Book of Buddha's Lists -- Explained. David N. Snyder, Ph.D., 2006.
• http://www.thedhamma.com/