Samvada denotes the Indian concept of dialogue that follows a logical and structured approach coupled with the warm touch of personal intervention and experiential intimacy. The most wellknown is the dialogue between Arjuna and Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita that has both a dynamic and whole as well as spiritual and therapeutic components.

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