Significance of Inner conflict
Inner conflict is a significant theme in various narratives from South Asia, embodying the emotional struggles characters face between personal desires, societal expectations, and spiritual duties. Examples include the Prince and Princess's separation reflecting love's tension, Nala's balancing act between devotion and romance, and Krishnappa's desires versus his marriage obligations. Characters often confront their inner turmoil, revealing deeper themes of identity, alienation, and societal pressure, with these conflicts driving their personal growth and mystic experiences.
Synonyms: Internal struggle, Psychological conflict, Emotional turmoil, Cognitive dissonance, Self-doubt, Personal dilemma, Inner turmoil, Conflict within, Identity crisis, Internal discord, Internal strife, Personal conflict, Inner battle
In Finnish: Sisäinen konflikti; In Dutch: Innerlijk conflict; In Spanish: Conflicto interno
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Buddhist concept of 'Inner conflict'
In Buddhism, inner conflict mirrors psychological disintegration, symbolized by the disruptive monsoon. This represents Siddhartha's internal struggles and evolving mental state.
From: Hualin International Journal of Buddhist Studies
(1) The coming monsoon progressively modifies the setting, reflecting Siddhârtha’s inner conflicts and psychological disintegration.[1]
Hindu concept of 'Inner conflict'
Inner conflict in Hinduism highlights the struggle between personal desires and societal duties, as seen in Nala's dilemma between devotion to the gods and love for Damayanti, and Yashaskara's son's emotional turmoil between love and societal norms.
From: Naishadha-charita of Shriharsha
(1) The turmoil Nala faces as he attempts to balance his duty to the gods with his love for Damayanti.[2]
The concept of Inner conflict in local and regional sources
Inner conflict in the text is depicted as the emotional and psychological turmoil experienced by characters, reflecting struggles between duty and desire, love and societal expectations, ultimately driving narratives and highlighting themes of identity and personal growth.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) This refers to the struggles and contradictions inherent in the process of life, which are contained within the provisional and limited realm of Prakriti.[3] (2) The struggles faced by Chenna Basava between his royal duties, personal emotions, and societal expectations, driving much of the novel's tension.[4] (3) The struggle between opposing emotions and experiences that serves as the essence of many poetic works.[5] (4) The personal struggles and dilemmas faced by the protagonists in reconciling their desires with societal expectations.[6] (5) The internal struggle faced when one lapses in self-denial, leading to feelings of guilt and fear of punishment.[7]
From: Village Folk-tales of Ceylon (Sri Lanka), vol. 1-3
(1) The emotional struggle faced by the Prince and Princess throughout their separation, representing the theme of love.[8]
The concept of Inner conflict in scientific sources
Inner conflict, as illustrated by characters like Cersei and Jaime Lannister, exists within antagonists. This internal struggle evokes audience sympathy, adding depth to their portrayal.
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) Among all concerns discussed, the ones revealing personal quests, and issues of connectedness to the self were the most numerous.[9] (2) The unification of Christianity through pacification of its inner conflicts.[10] (3) These exist within antagonists, such as Cersie and Jaime Lannister, allowing the audience to feel sympathy for them.[11]
From: Religious Inquiries (Journal)
(1) Is found over law observance, implying some sort of Jewish legal perfectionism, which could make the Jews obsess about their shortcomings in observance.[12]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) Professionals will enable them to better support clients so that they can move from seeing each other as the means to get out of their "inner conflicts".[13]