Significance of Moral conflict
Moral conflict encompasses various situations where competing values and obligations create internal struggles. In the context of Purana, it describes scenarios where virtues clash, making decisions difficult. Kavya illustrates this through Nala's struggle between divine allegiance and personal feelings for Damayanti. Dharmashastra highlights disputes from conflicting ethical principles and personal desires. Historical accounts in India depict internal conflicts, such as the tension between secular duties and religious beliefs or personal relationships, showcasing a broad spectrum of moral dilemmas.
Synonyms: Ethical dilemma, Moral dilemma, Moral struggle, Moral quandary, Ethical issue
In Dutch: Moreel conflict; In Finnish: Moraalinen konflikti; In Spanish: Conflicto moral
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Hindu concept of 'Moral conflict'
Moral conflict in Hinduism involves internal struggles like Nala's, where loyalty to divine figures clashes with personal feelings and societal expectations, as well as situations where competing virtues and ethical dilemmas challenge decision-making.
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Disputes arising from the competing obligations and priorities among ethical principles and personal desires.[1]
From: Naishadha-charita of Shriharsha
(1) The internal struggle faced by Nala, balancing allegiance to the gods with his feelings for Damayanti and the expectations of his role.[2]
From: Bhagavad-gita-rahasya (or Karma-yoga Shastra)
(1) Situations where multiple virtues or values collide, making it challenging to decide on the best course of action.[3]
The concept of Moral conflict in local and regional sources
Moral conflict is illustrated through various characters' internal struggles, such as Azaharuddin's examination deceit, Clinton's racial dilemmas, a police officer's loyalties, and the tension between secular and religious identities, highlighting complex ethical dilemmas across different circumstances.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The internal struggle depicted in literature corresponding to the theme of separation from nature and subsequent religious conversion.[4] (2) The internal struggles faced by characters like Clinton in navigating their roles amid racial and cultural tensions.[5] (3) The internal struggle faced by the narrator between his duties as a police officer and his growing affection for Bakula.[6] (4) The internal struggle arising from the dichotomy of life into secular and religious realms, leading to repression of natural human instincts.[7] (5) The internal struggle Azaharuddin faces between his actions in the examination and the moral values instilled in him, culminating in his confession at Lalu's grave.[8]