All the four Pandavas were awaiting Arjuna’s return. Meanwhile, Krishna and Balarama reached the forest to discuss the safe return of the Pandavas or the issue of war regarding revenge for humiliation to them. Bhima desired immediate action against the Kauravas.
Many of the allies of Krishna and Balarama were willing to go into battle on the behalf of the Pandavas. But Krishna said that the Pandavas would like to fight their own battle, though definitely with help from all their friends and relatives. They would await Arjuna’s return with weapons and then reassemble for action. Saying these words Krishna and Balarama returned.
While the four brothers were discussing, sage Brihadashva came there. Welcoming him, Yudhishthira told him about his problem. They had been cheated of their kingdom and wealth; they were in exile in the forest; they didn’t know when Arjuna would return. He went on to say that he was the unhappiest man. The learned sage advised him not to waste time in self-pity. He had his brothers with him and he must keep a steady mind.
Conference in the Forest
