6. Bhishma Parva
The Book of Bhishma
The great war begins at Kurukshetra. Arjuna faces a moral crisis, leading to the sacred teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. The first ten days of battle unfold under Bhishma's command, culminating in his fall through Shikhandi—a turning point that will reshape the course of the war.
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6.1 The War Begins
The great war begins at Kurukshetra as both armies array themselves for battle
6.2 Arjuna's Dilemma
Arjuna faces a moral crisis, refusing to fight against his own relatives and teachers
6.3 The Bhagavad Gita
Krishna imparts the sacred teachings of the Bhagavad Gita to resolve Arjuna's dilemma
6.4 The First Day
The first day of battle sees initial clashes and formations as the war begins in earnest
6.5 Bhishma's Command
Bhishma leads the Kaurava forces with unmatched prowess, dominating the battlefield
6.6 Pandava Struggles
The Pandavas struggle against Bhishma's overwhelming strength and strategic command
6.7 Shikhandi Appears
Shikhandi enters the battle, revealing Bhishma's vulnerability and setting the stage for his fall
6.8 Bhishma's Fall
Arjuna strikes Bhishma, who falls on a bed of arrows, marking the climactic turning point of the first ten days
6.9 The Bed of Arrows
Bhishma lies on his bed of arrows, waiting for Uttarayana, while the Pandavas seek his wisdom
6.10 Transition to Drona
With Bhishma fallen, Drona takes command of the Kaurava forces, marking the end of Bhishma Parva and the beginning of a new phase