Between Two Armies: The Turning Point By Satyanarayana Dasa BabaJi

Between Two Armies: The Turning Point
Discourses on Bhagavad Gita – Chapter One
By Satyanarayana Dasa Babaji
Between Two Armies: The Turning Point is a deeply contemplative and scholarly exposition of the first chapter of the Bhagavad Gīta. Originally written in the year 2000 under the title Yoga of Dejection, this work has now been substantially updated and revised in its second edition to offer greater clarity, depth, and readability for contemporary readers.
Focusing on Arjuna’s inner conflict on the battlefield of Kurukṣetra, the book explores the psychological, philosophical, and spiritual dimensions of human crisis and transformation. Through a careful reading of Chapter One, the author illuminates how confusion, grief, and moral dilemma become the very turning point that prepares the seeker for transcendental wisdom.
 
This revised edition includes completely reworked verse translations, ensuring greater precision and flow. Thoughtful editorial comments have been added to highlight key ideas, drawing insights from Vedic psychology to contextualize Arjuna’s state of mind. Several commentaries have been stylistically refined to enhance the aesthetic and contemplative experience of reading.
 
The expanded table of contents now accurately reflects the full scope of discussions within the book, while conformity with the Jiva Institute’s in-house style guide ensures consistency and scholarly presentation. A newly added glossary of important names and terms further assists readers in understanding the characters, concepts, and philosophical nuances presented throughout the text.
 
This book is an essential resource for serious students of the Bhagavad Gita, practitioners of bhakti and yoga, and readers interested in the intersection of spirituality and psychology within the Vedic tradition.