Arjuna’s crisis in Kurukshetra epitomizes the struggle between personal ties and cosmic duty
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Facing kin as foes, Arjuna questions the righteousness of war and the cost of killing loved ones
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Krishna urges action without attachment, guiding Arjuna toward his Kshatriya duty
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“By birth and quality of arms, fight to protect Dharma”—Arjuna’s warrior duty is to uphold righteousness
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“Perform action, not the fruits”—Krishna teaches detachment from outcomes to serve the greater good
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After failed peace talks, war becomes necessary to restore justice and protect the weak
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Krishna argues that righteous violence balances cosmic law, ensuring adharma is defeated
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“Non‑violence is supreme, yet violence for Dharma is justified”—the Gita’s sacred balance
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Arjuna’s journey from despair to resolve teaches us to act selflessly, guided by Dharma beyond emotion