Out of devotion to his father, Bhishma not only renounced his claim to the throne but also took the harsh vow of lifelong celibacy to ensure that his descendants would never challenge Satyavati ...

Bhishma Pitamah was known for his celibacy and he observed it all through his life. Owing to this persistent devotion and loyalty to his father, Bhishma Pitamah was bestowed with a power to choose his ...

Bhishma, revered for his wisdom, imparted crucial knowledge about the Mahabharata War and the principles of Dharma to Dharmaraja. He relinquished his claim to the kingdom to honour his father and ...