In English
had fought many battles, but he had never experienced any sorrow or attachment then. In the war, however, the same felt that those ranged against him were his own uncles, grandparents and teachers, and he became despondent. He was the victim of the bondage of 'myness' and of his attachment to his kith and kin. When set out on His mission of peace, was keen on waging war with his cousins, the , and he tried to persuade to see that His peace mission would not succeed. pleaded with with all the strength he could command, ", this issue cannot be settled by negotiations. The won't agree to any compromise. Why talk words of peace? They will never accept them. Let us not indulge in this mission! Will the arrogant lot agree to our proposals? Why do you waste your efforts, ?" What was the reason for 's attitude at that time and later, on the battlefield? When he did not see his enemies face to face, his attitude was impersonal. But once he beheld his opponents on the battlefield, he saw them as relatives, teachers and friends, his eyes were clouded and he became dizzy. He said, ", I won't be able to fight. I am laying down my armour."