According to Chapter 17, what are the main hindrances that prevent a person from attaining knowledge and following the path of Shreya?

Chapter 17 identifies several significant hindrances to spiritual progress. The most prominent is the allure of Preya itself, which traps individuals through an obsession with worldly objects like gold and women, and a craving for sensory gratification. The text also points to 'beginningless ignorance' or Maya, which acts as a false imposition, like a mirage. Furthermore, internal tendencies such as lust and anger are described as major obstacles that disrupt the processes of listening, contemplation, and meditation. As this chapter clarifies, a restless mind distracted by greed will not find peace, even if it possesses some knowledge.