Dhritarashtra

Dhritarashtra said: O Sanjaya, gathered on the sacred field of Kurukshetra, on the field of righteousness, eager to fight — what did my sons and the sons of Pandu do?

Man does not have control over his own prosperity or adversity. He is like a wooden puppet controlled by strings.

Those who are free from desire for all enjoyable things, who abstain from meat, never punish, and never harm any living being, and have become the soul of all creatures, are completely free from selfishness, have let go of all attachments, and consider gain and loss, as well as praise and blame, to be equal - only such people attain those regions.

Those who always give without expecting anything in return, who never accept favors from others, who don't own anything that they can't give to someone in need, who are hospitable to all beings, who are inclined to show kindness to everyone, who are forgiving, who never speak badly of others, who protect all creatures with compassion, and who always behave righteously - only such people attain those regions.

Those who are dedicated to studying the Vedas, who serve their teachers, who observe austerity and excellent vows, who are firmly committed to truth, who never speak disobediently or with hostility towards their teachers, who are always alert and ready to serve their seniors and teachers - they attain those regions. They are the ones who are pure in mind and body, have cleansed souls, speak with restraint, are firm in their commitment to truth, and are well-versed in the Vedas.

You should always act thoughtfully and carefully in regards to your kingdom, which has eight key aspects, and prioritize righteousness above all else.

You possess intelligence and knowledge, O son of Kunti. Listen to me, O king, as I explain how the kingdom can be protected in a righteous manner.

You should always respect those who are wise and knowledgeable, O Yudhishthira. Listen to their advice and act accordingly without any hesitation.

Rise at dawn, O king, and pay respects to them with proper rituals. When the time for action arrives, consult with them about your intended actions.

When you approach them with a desire to know what would be beneficial for you, they will always provide guidance that is in your best interest, O son, O Bharata.

Because of your kindness, I am no longer troubled by sorrow.

I am as happy living with you here as I would be in my own city.

My fear, O child, from the wrathful Bhima is indeed very great, like that of a fat deer from an enraged tiger.

एक ऐसे दुर्जन पुत्र को जन्म देने के बाद जो अपने ही वंश का विनाश करने वाला है, वे दोनों दुःख में पृथ्वी पर भटकने के लिए मजबूर होंगे, भीख मांगकर जीवन यापन करेंगे।

Those kings who have completed the Rajasuya sacrifice, have righteous souls, have protected their subjects, and have bathed in sacred water after the horse sacrifice, go to such regions.