The dialogue is a conversation between characters from the Indian epic Mahabharata, specifically focusing on the character Radheya, also known as Karna. The dialogue starts with a lament over the sun setting during the day, possibly a symbol of impending doom. Radheya, a key character in the epic, is remembered for his bravery and loyalty, and his tragic death. His friend, the Sun God, mourns his loss.
The dialogue then shifts to a discussion about the nature of warfare, with one character questioning why there are no warriors left on the battlefield. This is followed by a series of arguments about Radheya's true identity, with some characters refusing to accept that he was not just a charioteer's son, but a member of the Pandava clan, the cousins of the Kauravas.
The dialogue ends with a dramatic confrontation between Radheya's friend, Yudhishthir, and Duryodhan, the eldest Kaurava. Yudhishthir accuses Duryodhan of killing Radheya, while Duryodhan insists that Radheya is the one who killed his brothers. This sets the stage for a series of battles and the ultimate resolution of the epic.
1. The sun sets at Kurukshetra during the day.
2. Karna, the son of the Sun God, is not just a warrior but also a charitable individual.
3. Karna sacrificed his life for his loyalty.
4. Karna was a warrior who embraced death.
5. Karna was mourned by the Sun God and others, who acknowledged his bravery.
6. Karna's death made him respectful and his courage unmatchable.
7. Karna was Radheya, a brother of the Pandavas, who fought and died for the enemy.
8. Karna's mother, Gandhari, mourns his loss deeply, stating that the Gandiva (Krishna's bow) will slip from her shoulders if she reveals the truth about Karna's identity.
9. Gandhari accuses Krishna of being responsible for the war and Karna's death.
10. Gandhari curses Krishna and his dynasty to be destroyed like her own dynasty.
11. Duryodhan, the king, is criticized for his naked appearance before his mother Gandhari.
12. Duryodhan promises to fight Bheem with a mace in the upcoming battle.
13. There is a dispute over who has the right to cremate Karna, with Duryodhan claiming it as his elder brother.
14. Arjun questions whether Duryodhan rained arrows on his brother or friend Radheya.
15. Duryodhan admits that his right to cremate Karna is greater than others.
16. Gandhari declares that all hopes of victory are lost with the departure of Karna.