You know, by now, the story of Bhishma and his unbreakable vow. By pledging to stay celibate and never marry, young prince Devavrata became Bhishma, or the fierce one. Bhishma’s intention of taking a ...

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On the sacred day of Bhishma Ashtami, it is believed that venerating Bhishma bestows virtues such as righteousness, truth, and charity upon devotees. Bhishma, revered for his wisdom, imparted crucial ...

“In my beginning is my end.” [1] These words of TS Eliot’s have a certain resonance when one looks at the career of Bhishma in the Mahabharata. Bhisma had a life before his arrival on earth. The story ...

Bhishma Pitamah was a key character in the Mahabharata, known for his unwavering dedication, loyalty, and sacrifice. He took a lifelong vow of celibacy to honor his father, Shantanu, and was blessed ...

Bhishma Panchak 2022: It is generally considered inauspicious to have Panchak in Sanatan Dharma. Mostly, all the auspicious works are banned as soon as Panchak starts. however, astrologers believe ...

After essaying the popular role of Mihir Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi and Rishabh Bajaj in Kasauati Zindagi Kay, Ronit Roy will switch over to another popular character on Indian ...

As mentioned in the epic Mahabharata, Bhishma bowed for celibacy and followed it throughout his life. Due to his loyalty and devotion, Bhishma was blessed with a boon to choose the time of his death.