The Background to the Bhagavad-Gita. (Continued)
This oath of Bhishma (née Devavrata) that he will dedicate his life to the protection of the Hastinapur throne, and that never will he lay claim to kingship despite his being the eldest son, puts Matsyagandha's father's 'unjustified' demand and doubt to rest, and on this condition agrees to give his... Sign in to see full entry.