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Psychology of Peace: Insights from the Srimad Bhagavad-Gita
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: Received: 29 September 2024 / Approved: 29 September 2024 / Online: 30 September 2024 (14:38:28 CEST)
How to cite: Shah, S. Psychology of Peace: Insights from the Srimad Bhagavad-Gita. Preprints 2024, 2024092353. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202409.2353.v1 Shah, S. Psychology of Peace: Insights from the Srimad Bhagavad-Gita. Preprints 2024, 2024092353. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202409.2353.v1
Abstract
This article delves into the psychological dimensions of peace as articulated in the Srimad Bhagavad-Gita, an ancient Indian scripture. Through its dialogue between Lord Krishna and the warrior Arjuna, the Bhagavad-Gita presents profound insights into achieving inner peace, managing conflict, and fostering a peaceful society. The text aligns with contemporary psychological constructs such as self-realization, mindfulness, emotional regulation, and prosocial behavior. Additionally, it addresses how the teachings enhance social engagement and disengagement, as well as cognitive, affective, mental, and physical regulation. The Bhagavad- Gita's bidirectional question-answering approach motivates, reasoning, and rationality, decision- making and goal-directed behavior. This analysis demonstrates the relevance of these ancient principles in addressing modern psychological challenges, providing a holistic framework for understanding and cultivating peace. Ultimately, the treatise portrays peace as a reflection of safety, security, and social well-being, making its teachings profoundly relevant today.
Keywords
Srimad Bhagavad-Gita; conflict resolution; self-realization; mindfulness; emotional regulation; prosocial behavior; decision-making; social well-being
Subject
Social Sciences, Psychology
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