13. Anushasana Parva
The Book of Final Instructions
As Bhishma's teachings continue, Anushasana Parva presents the final instructions—comprehensive wisdom on charity (dana-dharma), duties and rights of individuals, the importance of women, and the path to liberation. Krishna explains the greatness of Shiva, Bhishma recites the Vishnu Sahasranama (1000 names of Vishnu), and the grand patriarch completes his mission before departing during Uttarayana. This parva emphasizes the principles of giving, the duties of individuals, and the completion of Bhishma's profound teachings.
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13.1 Continuation of Teachings
Bhishma continues his final teachings, and Krishna explains the greatness of Shiva to Yudhishthira
13.2 The Principles of Charity
Bhishma teaches Yudhishthira the principles of charity and the duties of giving
13.3 Duties and Rights
Bhishma explains the duties and rights of individuals, emphasizing the importance of women and their virtues
13.4 The Vishnu Sahasranama
Bhishma recites the Vishnu Sahasranama, the 1000 names of Vishnu
13.5 Bhishma's Final Questions
Yudhishthira asks his final questions, and Bhishma provides comprehensive answers
13.6 Bhishma's Death
Bhishma departs during Uttarayana, completing his earthly journey
13.7 Last Rites and Transition
Bhishma's last rites are performed, and the story transitions to the next phase