In Mahabharata, Krishna is not just a character, but the beating pulse of that epic, its soul. Summing them up in a single word would be injustice with their complex and beautiful character.
The following are a some of Krishna’s significant roles in Mahabharata:
Divine Incarnation
Krishna is primarily regarded as the supreme divinity Vishnu’s eighth avatar (incarnation). Because of his heavenly birth, he possesses enormous power, intelligence, and the ability to change the course of events.
Playful Child & Youth
Despite his divine status his childhood is filled with pranks and adventures. He famously slays demons like Putana and Kamsa, showcasing his heroic potential early on.
Friend, Guide, and Diplomat
Krishna has a strong bond with Pandavas, specially with Arjuna. He become their advisor, confidante, and charioteer during the Mahabharata Yudh (war), offering crucial guidance and support.
Krishna tried to stop the war by using his diplomatic strategy and he used his strategy with supernatural aid to ensure the victory of the Pandavs.
Deliverer of the Bhagavad Gita
The Mahabharata’s most philosophical section, the Bhagavad Gita, features Krishna delivering profound wisdom to Arjuna on the battlefield. Given that it discusses topics like karma, dharma, and the nature of reality itself, this discourse is regarded as a Sanatan text.
Symbol of Love and Devotion
Apart from his heroic and intellectual qualities, Krishna is also the god of love and devotion. His love for his consort Radha inspires creative and spiritual interpretations throughout Sanatan culture.
Complex and Ambiguous Figure
Krishna’s personality is not without complexities. Some ignorant personalities may consider them wrong as if a lie which makes someone’s life better is better than any truth. Similarly, Shri Krishna did not follow some rules for the public welfare and not for his own selfishness.
In the Mahabharata, Krishna is a symbol of hope, love and divine intervention. Krishna represents that victory of good over the evil powers, the power of knowledge and wisdom, also the ultimate truth that lies beyond the material world. His multi-factored character still gives inspiration to millions of peoples and makes him one of the beloved characters in Sanatan.
