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## The Adi Purana
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**22** The dust raised by the horses' hooves, soaring through the sky, momentarily obstructed the vision of the celestial maidens.
**23** In the darkness caused by the dust, spreading in all directions and engulfing the sky, the brilliance of the Chakra Ratna illuminated the eyes of the people, guiding them towards their respective destinations.
**24** The kings, filled with the intense spirit of valor, were energized by the conversations of the warriors and the words of others like them, as they embarked on their journey.
**25** Standing afar, King Bahubali was preparing the battlefield, while the lion-like King Bharat, unrestrained, was advancing towards him.
**26** It is uncertain what will become of these two brothers in this war. It is unlikely that this war will bring peace to their followers.
**27** It is indeed unfortunate that King Bharat has initiated this war. Those who are intoxicated by their power and cannot be restrained are prone to acting on their own whims.
**28** Can these crowned kings, who have come to fight with all their resources, not stop these two?
**29** Oh, this prince Bahubali, possessing the strength of his arms, is truly magnificent. Even when the Chakra-bearer is enraged, he stands face-to-face, ready for battle.
**30** Victory does not necessarily come from having more resources, for even a single lion can conquer a herd of elephants.
**31** This Chakra-bearer, Bharat, is not an ordinary man. He is protected by thousands of gods who bow down to him.
**32** Therefore, it is better that this war, which will cause the destruction of countless lives, does not happen. If the gods are present here, let them bring peace to this conflict.
**33** Some people, advocating for peace, spoke words worthy of praise. Others, blinded by partisanship, spoke in favor of their own side.