What was the whole point of Mahabharata?
The Mahabharata is an ancient Indian epic where the main story revolves around two branches of a family – the Pandavas and Kauravas – who, in the Kurukshetra War, battle for the throne of Hastinapura. Interwoven into this narrative are several smaller stories about people dead or living, and philosophical discourses.
Was Dharma established after Mahabharat?
YES. DHARMA IS ESTABLISHED AFTER THE WAR. THERE IS ONLY ONE REASON FOR KRISHNA TO MAKE SURE THAT PANDAVAS REMAIN AFTER THE WAR.
What is the importance of dharma in Mahabharata?
Dharma, which means righteousness or the right way to live, is an integral part of the epic ‘Mahabharata’ as it separates the religious Pandavas and the irreligious Kauravas. Dharma is a set of rules for behavior or a code of conduct. Those who follow these rules are righteous and those who do not are unrighteous.
Which underlying principle laid the foundation to the story of Mahabharata?
The underlying principle that laid the foundation to the story of Mahabharata, is Dharma. The first part of Mahabharata is based on the events that lead to the great Kurukshetra War. The second part deals with the war itself and the last part is the events post the war and its traumatic effects on the relatives of the warriors involved.
Who is the most important character in Mahabharata?
Three major characters representing Dharma are: Yudhishthira (the son of Dharma), Bhishma Pitamah and Vidhura, who is supposed to be Dharma’s avatar himself. These people have been completely devoted to Dharma throughout the epic. Their opinions and actions are unequivocally the most important in Mahabharata.
What is the message of the Bhagvad Gita to Arjuna?
The Bhagvad Gita, which has become one of the most popular parts of The Mahabharata, has the essence of Lord Krishna’s message to Arjuna as dharma being the ultimate goal of life. The entire bedrock of Hinduism is based on the principle of Dharma.