Multiple choice general knowledge culture

What does the word Bheeshma mean?

  1. An invaluable man

  2. The angry young man

  3. A terrible man

  4. None
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The name Bhishma means 'one of terrible oath' or 'the terrible one,' referring to the terrible vow of celibacy he took to ensure his father Shantanu could marry Satyavati. This vow earned him the name Bhishma Pitamama. The term reflects the severity and irrevocability of his pledge, not anger or value.

AI explanation

To understand the meaning of the word "Bheeshma," we can refer to its origin in Hindu mythology, specifically from the epic Mahabharata.

Bheeshma was a significant character in the Mahabharata, known for his great valor and warrior skills. However, the word "Bheeshma" itself does not directly translate to "a terrible man" or any negative connotation.

The correct answer is D) None. The word "Bheeshma" does not have a specific meaning in itself but is the name of a character in the Mahabharata.

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