The Paradox of Violence and Yoga: Reconciling Ahimsa in the Bhagavad Gita
Update: 2024-10-27
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In this episode of A Woman's Gita, hosts Nischala Joy Devi and Kamala Rose explore the profound paradox within the Bhagavad Gita—the tension between the violent backdrop of war and the yogic principle of ahimsa, or non-violence.
Main topics include:
- The emotional and moral crisis of Arjuna during the Mahabharata war
- Arjuna's internal conflict as a Kshatriya warrior torn between duty and non-violence
- The relevance of Arjuna's struggle for spiritual seekers in the modern world
- The concept of the "dark night of the soul" and its transformative power
- Navigating violence, compassion, and personal responsibility through the teachings of the Gita
- Practical insights on balancing ahimsa with real-world complexities
- Using despair as a catalyst for spiritual growth and resilience
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