seeking to impart wisdom on both personal and cosmic levels. The opening of the work introduces the pivotal moment in which Arjuna surveys the battle and becomes overwhelmed with grief and compassion for his relatives on both sides of the conflict. He articulates his fears and moral concerns about fighting against kinsmen, questioning the purpose and morality of war itself. As he grapples with this turmoil, Krishna responds with profound guidance, urging Arjuna to overcome his doubts and embrace his duty as a warrior, emphasizing the eternal nature of the soul and the importance of righteous action. This sets the stage for the philosophical journey that will unfold throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)