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JH A JH A S H Y A M M A N D IR

Barbarika in Mahabharata
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Barbarika was the grandson of Bhima, a prominent figure in the Mahabharata, and the son of Ghatotkacha. He was a
formidable warrior known for his invincibility and was in possession of three powerful arrows that could guarantee victory
in any battle. The three arrows had special powers: the first one would mark all the things Barbarika wanted to destroy,
the second would mark all the things he wanted to save, and the third arrow would simply destroy the targets that had
been marked.[1]
When Barbarik learned that his grandfathers had marched into battle against the Kaurava princes, he left home to
observe the conflict. He assured his mother that he would only intervene on behalf of the side that was losing.
Meanwhile, Krishna, disguised, was surveying all the warriors to find out how long each thought they would need to end
the war if it were up to them. Bhishma estimated 20 days, Karna 24 days, Dronacharya 25 days, and Arjuna believed he
could win in 28 days.
When Krishna asked Barbarik the same question, Barbarik claimed he could conclude the war in just a minute. His
reasoning was that his arrows could swiftly identify and strike down the targets, ensuring the safety of his allies and
defeating his enemies quickly. Krishna inquired which side Barbarik intended to support. Barbarik recalled the promise to
his mother, assuming he would join the Pandavas, who had a smaller army compared to the Kauravas.
However, Krishna explained the paradox: Barbarik's presence would automatically tilt the balance, making his chosen
side the victors. This would contradict his promise, as he would continually have to switch sides to keep his vow,
ultimately leaving him as the last man standing. Distressed by the realization of his promise's consequences, Barbarik
was puzzled. Krishna then presented a solution. According to tradition, the bravest warrior's head had to sanctify the
battlefield. To prevent total destruction, Barbarik sacrificed his head for the cause, and the war commenced with his act
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