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Pancharatra-Pancharatra-Ext: Kunti sends here advise to each of her sons to remember the harsh words spoken to Draupadi in the assembly, and asks them to fight.
Kunti said:
Arjuna, Keshava, you should say that when you were born in confinement, you were surrounded by women sitting nearby in the hermitage.
Then, a divine and pleasing voice was heard in the sky, saying, "Kunti, this son of yours will be equal to Indra."
He will defeat all the gathered Kurus in battle, and along with Bhimasena, will elevate the world.
Your son will conquer the earth, and his fame will reach the heavens. He will defeat the Kurus in the village battle with the help of Vasudeva.
He will recover the lost ancestral portion again. Together with his brothers, the prosperous one will perform three sacrifices.
O infallible one, I know him to be a truth-bound, fearsome, and ambidextrous archer, strong and invincible. So let it be, O descendant of the Daśārhas, as the speech was spoken.
If there is righteousness, O descendant of Vṛṣṇi, then truth will prevail. You too, O Kṛṣṇa, will accomplish everything accordingly.
I do not envy that which was spoken by speech. Salutations to the great Dharma; Dharma sustains all beings.
This message should be conveyed to Dhananjaya and the ever-ready Vrikodara. The time for which Kshatriyas are born has arrived. Truly, the best among men do not lose heart when faced with enmity.
You are always aware of Bhima's intelligence; he will not stop until he has completely defeated the enemies.
Madhava should address Krishna, the auspicious and glorious daughter-in-law of the great soul Pandu, who is the knower of all dharmas.
O illustrious and fortunate one born in the noble family, it is fitting that you have conducted yourself properly among all my sons.
The sons of Madri, who are both devoted to the duty of warriors, should be addressed to choose enjoyments acquired through valor even over their own lives.
O best among men, the wealth acquired through valor and the duty of a warrior always pleases the mind of a person who is living.
Who among those watching can forgive the harsh words spoken to Panchali, the upholder of all dharmas?
The loss of my kingdom, defeat in gambling, or even the exile of my sons is not the reason for my sorrow.
When she, the tall and dark-complexioned lady, was weeping in the assembly, she heard harsh words, which I considered even more painful.
Kṛṣṇā, the chaste and excellent lady devoted to her warrior duties, always did not find a lord then, but she was indeed having a lord.
O mighty-armed one, tell Arjuna, the best of all warriors and a tiger among men, to follow Draupadi's path.
It is well known that your Bhima and Arjuna, in their extreme anger, resemble Yama and Antaka, and they could lead even the gods to their ultimate state.
Remind the Kuru heroes once again of the insult to Kṛṣṇā when she entered the assembly and Duḥśāsana spoke harshly to Bhīma, as witnessed by them.
Ask about the welfare of the Pandavas along with their sons and Krishna. Tell them I am well, O Janardana. Travel safely and protect my sons.
Vaishampayana spoke:
Krishna, after saluting her and performing circumambulation, departed with the majestic gait of a lion, showcasing his mighty arms.
Then he dismissed Bhishma and the other Kuru chiefs, placed Karna on the chariot, and left with Satyaki.
After the departure of the Dasarha, the Kauravas gathered and discussed the incredible and astonishing deeds of Keshava.
The entire world was ensnared in delusion and death due to Duryodhana's folly, and they declared, 'This is not true.'
Then, the best of men left the city and had a long consultation with Karna.
After dismissing Radheya, the delight of all Yadavas then swiftly urged the horses with great speed.
Urged by Dāruka, the horses sped forth as if they were drinking the sky, moving with great speed, swift as the mind and wind.
They swiftly crossed that path like hawks and brought Sharngadhanva high up towards the sun.
