Arjuna's dilemma on the battlefield from "summary" of The Bhagavad Gita by Swami Sivananda
Arjuna stood on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, facing his own kith and kin in the form of his cousins, teachers, and dear friends. As he surveyed the opposing forces, he felt overwhelmed by a sense of despair and confusion. He saw the prospect of engaging in battle with those he loved and respected, and he was filled with doubt and hesitation. Arjuna's mind was clouded with conflicting emotions and moral dilemmas. He questioned the righteousness of the war and the consequences of his actions. He wondered if it was worth shedding the blood of his own relatives for the sake of power and wealth. He was torn between his duty as a warrior and his love for his family. Arjuna turned to his charioteer, Lord Krishna, for guidance. He sought wisdom and clarity in the midst of his turmoil. Krishna, recognizing Arjuna's inner turmoil, began to impart his teachings to him. He explained the nature of duty, righteousness, and the true path to liberation. Krishna reminded Arj...
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