10 Most Powerful Weapons of the Mahabharata

Gandharvastra

Creates illusion that could trap the enemy. Lord Krishna used this weapon to create an illusion allowing the Pandavas to escape a difficult situation.

#10

Brahmashira

A powerful weapon invoking Brahma, capable of destroying all creation used by Arjuna and Ashwatthama.

#9

Sammohanastra

Casts enchantment spell that could make enemy unconscious. Kripacharya used this weapon during the Kurukshetra war but its effect was countered by Arjuna.

#8

Vasavi Shakti

#7

Gifted by Indra, the Vasavi Shakti was a powerful spear that could pierce any armour and kill its target with a single hit.

Agneyastra

A fire weapon capable of unleashing devastating flames, wielded by Karna and other great warriors.

#6

Vajra

Indra’s thunderbolt weapon, known for its ability to annihilate any target with a single strike.

#5

Narayanastra

Unleashed an unstoppable army of celestial warriors. Only be countered by surrendering all weapons and desires. Ashwatthama used this weapon.

#4

Sudarshana Chakra

The disc of Lord Vishnu, a swift and lethal weapon that returns to his hand after striking its target.

#3

Pashupatastra

Lord Shiva’s weapon, known for its immense destructive power, wielded only by Arjuna.

#2

Brahmastra

A divine weapon created by Brahma, capable of destroying entire armies and worlds.

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