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Dhritarashtra said:
Thus, O Sanjaya, the various armies were excellently arrayed and well-arranged according to the rules.
It is always worshipped by us, desired and always ours, appearing mature and of a very wonderful form, standing firmly valiant in front.
Neither too old nor too young, neither too thin nor too fat; possessing a light, round, and elongated life essence, with a healthy body.
He was equipped with armor and endowed with many weapons and accoutrements, proficient in various skills of weapon handling.
He is an expert in mounting, jumping over obstacles, advancing, crossing over, striking properly, riding, and retreating.
The examination was conducted among elephants, horses, and chariots many times. After examining according to justice, they were provided with salaries.
There was no one in my army who was there because of assembly, service, relation, invitation, or payment.
The one who is surrounded by noble and honorable people, who is content, nourished, humble, has done respectful deeds and favors, and is both famous and wise.
O dear, the kingdom was protected by ministers, chiefs, and others, who were like the guardians of the world, and engaged in many important tasks, by the best of men.
Many kings, wishing to do us a favor, have approached us with their armies and followers out of desire.
The scene resembled a vast ocean, surrounded by rivers on all sides, and filled with chariots that looked like birds without wings, along with horses.
The battlefield was like an ocean with inexhaustible water, terrifying, with vehicles moving like waves, filled with missiles, swords, maces, spears, arrows, javelins, and teeming with fish.
The scene was filled with flags and ornaments, adorned with jewel-studded cloths, and was also shaken by vehicles moving at the speed of the wind.
Drona, as deep as the abyss; Kritavarma, like a great lake; Jalasandha, resembling a great crocodile; Karna, like the rising moon, was agitated.
O bull among the Pandavas, having swiftly pierced through the ocean of armies, Sanjaya with just one chariot and Yuyudhana confronted my forces.
O Sanjaya, I see nothing remaining there when Arjuna and Satyaki have entered the chariot of my army.
They swiftly and fearlessly passed by and saw Sindhuraja, observing him within the range of Gandiva's arrows.
"What actions did the Kurus take, driven by the force of time, during that dreadful period? How did they respond?"
O father, I believe that the Kauravas have been overtaken by death, as their bravery is not evident in today's battle.
Krishna and Pandava entered the battle unharmed, and there is no one here, Sanjaya, who can stop them.
Many hired warriors and great charioteers were tested. They were given appropriate salaries and addressed with kind words.
O dear, in my army, there is no one who is maintained without cause. The devotee's salary is earned appropriately through their work.
O Sanjaya, in my army, no one became a warrior. A man who receives little gifts, dear, does not become an angry servant.
I have worshipped with gifts, respect, and seats to the best of my ability, dear father, and so have my sons, relatives, and kinsmen.
They were defeated in battle by Arjuna and touched by Satyaki; what else could be expected by destiny?
O Sañjaya, those who are protected in battle and their protectors share a common path. This path is one of mutual protection and support.
Seeing Arjuna standing in front of Saindhava in battle, my son was very confused and wondered what action to take.
Seeing Satyaki enter the battle fearlessly, what did Duryodhana think was the timely duty?
The best of charioteers, having surpassed all weapons, entered the army. Upon seeing this, what courage did my people muster in the battle?
Upon seeing Krishna, the leader of the Dasharhas, positioned for Arjuna's cause, I believe the sons of the Shinis, who are like bulls, are indeed lamenting.
Seeing the army crossed by Sātvata and Arjuna, and the Kurus fleeing, I believe the sons are lamenting.
Seeing the charioteers flee, disheartened and eager to escape, I believe the sons are lamenting their situation.
I believe the sons are lamenting upon seeing the chariots emptied by Sātvata and Arjuna, and the slain warriors.
Upon witnessing the multitude of horses, elephants, and chariots, along with thousands of heroes running agitatedly in battle, I believe the sons are in distress.
I believe that the sons lament there, having been made heroes, horses, chariots, and men by Satyaki and Partha.
Upon witnessing the infantry groups fleeing in all directions on the battlefield, all hope for victory lost, I believe the young warriors are in despair.
Having surpassed Drona's army, those two unconquered heroes were seen in a moment, and I think the sons are lamenting.
I am deeply confused, dear father, upon hearing that Krishna and Arjuna, accompanied by Satyaki, have penetrated my forces.
When he entered the army of the Shinis in the best chariot and crossed the Bhoja army, how were the Kauravas faring?
Thus, O Sanjaya, tell me how the battle occurred there when the Pandavas were restrained by Drona in the battle.
How did the Panchalas fight against Drona, who was indeed strong, heroic, skilled in weapons, and firm in valor, in the battle?
Bound by enmities, they were thus in Droṇa, desiring victory for Dharmaraja. Bharadvaja, among them, had made enmity, being a great chariot warrior.
Arjuna also took action against the Sindhu king. Please narrate everything to me, as you are knowledgeable, Sanjaya.
