Here are five lesser known facts about the Kurukshetra War will blow your mind. These details go beyond the usual retelling of the Mahabharata and highlight surprising aspects of the epic battle. get ready to read out this amazing blog that uncovers Unknown facts about Kurukshetra War.
1. The War Lasted Only 18 Days
Unlike many ancient wars that stretched for years, the Kurukshetra War was fought for just 18 days. Despite its short duration, it was one of the bloodiest conflicts in Indian History, with nearly all major warriors killed by the end except the great shree krishna,pancha pandavas,kripacharya and ashwathama. This brevity makes it unique compared to other legendary wars
2. Bhishma Could Not Be Killed Until He Allowed It
Bhishma Pitamah, commander of the Kaurava army, had a boon that he will not be killed until he allowed to do so. However, Arjuna managed to kill bhishma pitamaha through lord krishna’s advice.
3. Abhimanyu’s Death Was Against War Rules
Arjuna’s son Abhimanyu was trapped in the Chakravyuha formation and killed by multiple warriors attacking together. According to the rules created by the both communities ( Pandavas and Kauravas ), One must not kill a warrior who has no army or support. However,Karna and his co manages to kill him illegally by breaking the rules which were created at the starting of the war by the great Bhishma and lord krishna.
4. Lord Krishna Never Fought, Yet Changed the War
Krishna vowed not to wield weapons in the war, but his guidance through Bhagavad Gita and orders changed the fate of Kurukshetra war. His politics and leelas were unmatchable at the time of kurukshetra, which led to the end of every warrior’s destiny except few warriors who took a stand for dharma and also few karmic people like ashwathama,kripacharya etc.
5. The War Was Influenced by Divine Beings
The Kurukshetra War was not just a human conflict, it was also the surya vs indra due to the conflict of karna and arjuna; dharma vs adharma etc. it was full of divine influence because most of the warriors involved in the Kurukshetra war are divine beings like arjuna, karna, abhimanyu etc.