The perception of war and warfare differs dramatically between cultures, where war tends to manifest itself as being the cause of humanity or of the gods. However, almost all cultures agree that war is a necessity in that conflict between communities needs resolution. Discussions on the topic of war and warfare from three specific cultures reflect this, and this paper explores these and similar themes through addressing the works The Ramayana (Hindu), The Art of War (China), and The Chronicles of the Crusades (European). APA Format.