Arjuna's inner conflict from "summary" of Bhagvat Gita, Song of God by Dr. Roopnarine Singh MD FRCPC
Arjuna is faced with a profound inner conflict as he stands on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. This conflict stems from his duty as a warrior to fight in the war, and his moral and ethical concerns about the consequences of engaging in battle. Arjuna is torn between his sense of duty and his compassion for his kinsmen who are on the opposing side. Arjuna's inner turmoil is further exacerbated by his attachment to his family and friends who are also his enemies on the battlefield. He is filled with sorrow at the thought of killing those he loves, and this emotional struggle clouds his judgment and leaves him feeling paralyzed and unable to act. As Arjuna grapples with his inner conflict, he turns to Lord Krishna for guidance. Krishna, who serves as Arjuna's charioteer, offers him wisdom and counsel to help him nav...
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