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writer whose works are helpful to clarify the views presented here
are those of Arun Shourie, who has boldly, perhaps more than any
other writer, challenged negative stereotypes and misconceptions
about India and Hinduism today.
My previous book Arise Arjuna, asked
for Arjuna, the Dharmic soul of India to rise up again. The present
volume continues that call to Bharata, the ancient spirit of the
region, to awaken once more. Only the idea of a land such as Bharata
can inspire an Arjuna. Only a character with the strength of Arjuna
can create a spiritual land such as Bharata was meant to be. More
Arjunas are required to awaken Bharata. A new vision of Bharata is
necessary to inspire new Arjunas. Without any land of Bharata the
nations of the world are without any real spiritual leader and the
world is indeed a poor place to live. Without any Arjunas or
spiritual warriors, there can be no Bharata. May this vision find
those who can both deepen and fulfill it!
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