In Chapter 1, Verse 14 of the Bhagavad Gita, the tumultuous sound of war instruments fills the air as the Kaurava army, led by Bhishma, responds to the Pandava army’s call to battle.

Here’s the verse:

“ततः श्वेतैर्हयैर्युक्ते महति स्यन्दने स्थितौ।

माधवः पाण्डवश्चैव दिव्यौ शंखौ प्रदध्मतुः।।” (Bhagavad Gita 1.14)

Translation: “On the other side, both Lord Krishna and Arjuna, stationed on a great chariot drawn by white horses, sounded their transcendental conch shells.”

In this verse, Lord Krishna and Arjuna, positioned on their celestial chariot drawn by white horses, respond to the clamor of war by blowing their divine conch shells. The mention of the white horses symbolizes purity and auspiciousness, highlighting the divine nature of their chariot.

The blowing of their conch shells by Krishna and Arjuna signifies their readiness for battle and their alignment with righteousness and divine will. It also serves as a rallying call for the Pandava army, inspiring them for the impending conflict.

This verse captures the pivotal moment before the commencement of the battle, emphasizing the divine presence of Lord Krishna alongside Arjuna and setting the stage for the profound teachings of the Bhagavad Gita that follow.