Verse 12
"Then Bhisma, the great valiant grandsire of the Kuru dynasty, the grandfather of the fighters,
blew his conchshell very loudly, making a sound like the roar of a lion, giving Duryodhana joy.. "
Analysis:
The grandsire of the Kuru dynasty could understand the inner meaning of the heart of his grandson Duryodhana, and out of his natural compassion for him, he tried to cheer him by blowing his conchshell very loudly, befitting his position as a lion.
Indirectly, by the symbolism of the conchshell, he informed his pressed grandson Duryodhana that he had no chance of victory in the battle, because the Supreme Lord Krishna was on the other side.
But still, it was his duty to conduct the fight, and no pains would be spared in that connection.
Verse 12 contributed by Chethana Naik
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