The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, Volume 4 by Kisari Mohan Ganguli
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"The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, Volume 4" by Kisari Mohan Ganguli is an ancient epic narrative written during the late 19th century. This epic is a poetic retelling of a monumental Indian narrative that explores themes of duty, morality, and the complexities of human nature. The opening portion focuses on the aftermath of the great Kurukshetra War, particularly the feelings of deep remorse and guilt experienced by Yudhishthira, one of the five
Pandava brothers, over the consequences of the war and his own actions. The beginning of this volume introduces Yudhishthira in a state of grief as he confronts Bhishma, the venerable elder who lies on a bed of arrows after the fierce battle. Yudhishthira expresses his anguish about the destruction wrought on both sides and implores for guidance on achieving peace of mind amidst his torment. Bhishma offers wisdom on destiny and the nature of actions, framing Yudhishthira's feelings within the context of karma and divine will. This initial dialogue sets the stage for deeper philosophical explorations, including discussions about virtue, the nature of righteousness, and the significance of hospitality. The narrative further leads into stories that highlight the importance of compassion, the struggle against death, and the moral dimensions of human actions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Translator | Ganguli, Kisari Mohan |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, Volume 4 Books 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18 |
| Credits | Produced by John B. Hare. Please notify any corrections to John B. Hare at www.sacred-texts.com |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PK: Language and Literatures: Indo-Iranian literatures |
| Subject | Epic literature, Sanskrit |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 15477 |
| Release Date | Mar 26, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1053 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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