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Rajmohan Gandhi on Revenge and Reconciliation in South Asia

Ideas of India

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Epic Narratives and Moral Lessons

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between the Mahabharata and Buddhist teachings, revealing how the epic addresses themes of revenge and morality. It also discusses the manipulation of cultural narratives by political powers and reflects on the current social issues affecting Buddhist principles in regions like Myanmar and China.

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