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Essay / Bridge of the Sword Analysis - 1766
Guinevere was still being held captive in the king's palace, but Lancelot, empowered by his complete love for Guinevere, burst into the palace, almost dismembering her little finger in the process. Once he was in the presence of his beloved queen, Lancelot's face and characterization changed, just as Odysseus also changed. During his meeting with the queen, “Lancelot experienced a delight so beautiful, so marvelous, that no one in the world has ever known anything like it… That night, and all night long, Lancelot experienced incredible joy » (148). Being in love with someone brings emotions that go beyond physical attraction. When one person shares their undying love and passion for another, it is a beautiful and sacred commitment, not only physically, but also emotionally and spiritually. Love is a true reward for being a human being! In the Bhagavad-Gita, the relationship between Krishna and Arjuna collectively encapsulates most of the rewards and difficulties of human life. In the case of love, the word itself is never spoken; however, it can be inferred that Arjuna loves Krishna very much. From Arjuna's immense love and respect for Krishna, love was born. Krishna reveals his wholeness to Arjuna, who, amazed, declares: “I see everywhere your limitless form, the innumerable arms, bellies, mouths and eyes; Lord of All, I see no end, or