A Woman’s Gita: Bhagavad Gita by and for Western Women

The Paradox of Violence and Yoga: Reconciling Ahimsa in the Bhagavad Gita


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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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A Woman’s Gita: Bhagavad Gita by and for Western WomenBy Nischala Joy Devi & Kamala Rose

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