Sangraha Parva

The Sangraha Parva is a brief yet significant section of the Adi Parva in the Mahabharata. It serves as a summary or synopsis of the entire epic, providing an overview of the major events, characters, and themes that will unfold throughout the text.

In the Sangraha Parva, Ugrasrava Sauti, the narrator, outlines the structure of the Mahabharata and gives a concise description of its contents. This parva highlights the key episodes, including the conflict between the Pandavas and Kauravas, the Kurukshetra war, and the philosophical teachings such as the Bhagavad Gita. It also emphasizes the central theme of dharma (righteousness) and its role in guiding the characters’ decisions and actions.

Overall, the Sangraha Parva serves as an introduction to the scope and grandeur of the Mahabharata, preparing readers for the detailed narrative that follows.