The Bhagavad Gita | Themes

The Bhagavad Gita Themes

Psychology of War & Warriors

This book takes an in depth look at the position of the warrior put in the position to battle. Unlike many sources that glamorize this subject matter, the unknown author has gone to great lengths to examine the mind of Arjuna. Despite the fact that the entire confrontation is an example of only one case there is little doubt that the extensive coverage of emotions and thoughts that relate to this matter can be applied in numerous other cases.

Arjuna is revealed to be resistant in the face of this battle. This goes against the image of the ever-enthusiastic blood thirsty warrior. He is in a situation in which he is free to speak his mind. He objects to the war. Every objection makes perfect sense.

Krishna devotes great energy to overcome Arjuna's reluctance to go into this war in...
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