Mahabharata, Shalya-parva — Bhima and Duryodhana’s mace duel
Reference page for the episode in which Bhima and Duryodhana meet in the final mace duel under the gravity of vows, warrior rules, and Krishna’s guidance.
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Bhima and Duryodhana’s mace duel
Śāstra source: Mahabharata, Shalya-parva
Key points
- After the Kurukshetra war, Bhima and Duryodhana meet in a solemn mace duel.
- The duel takes place under warrior rules, vows, and the witness of great personalities.
- Krishna’s presence shows that strength must be guided by dharma, not uncontrolled rage.
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