Integrating Ancient Wisdom: Enhancing Peer Relationships In Heis Through The Shrimad Bhagavad Gita

Abstract

The research paper examines the influence of ancient philosophical concepts derived from the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita (SBG) on peer interactions at Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) in India. This research examines the impact of philosophical concepts originating from the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita, “Karma” or “Theory of Work” which includes constructs-  One's Righteous Duty, Non-Attachment, No Desire for Fruit, Treating Success and Failure as Equal, and Deterministic Intellect, on the quality of peer interactions among teacher educators. Analyzed by structural equation modeling (SEM), data from 600 teacher educators were examined to investigate the predicted correlations between these constructs and the quality of peer relationships, using a quantitative study approach. The results demonstrate substantial positive correlations, emphasizing the need of incorporating these age-old philosophical principles into the modern educational environment. This research highlights the capacity of ancient wisdom to im[1]prove the ethical basis and interpersonal relationships inside higher education institutions (HEIs). It promotes a comprehensive approach to education that incorporates moral and ethical principles. The text discusses the implications of educational practice, policy making, and future research in educational psychology. It emphasizes the importance of an education system that promotes both academic rigor and personal and ethical growth.