How It Happened
Killed by Bhishma using Brahmastra after a valiant fight; a heavenly announcement preceded his death
Why It Happened
Sweta fought on the Pandava side. Bhishma engaged him in battle. Sweta fought bravely but a heavenly announcement indicated his death. Bhishma, bound by duty to protect Hastinapura, ultimately killed him.
About Sweta
Sweta was a prince of Matsya and son of King Virata. He fought bravely for Pandavas but was killed on Day 1 by Bhishma after a fierce battle.
Relations
Son of King Virata, brother of Uttara (male and female), related to Pandavas through alliance with Virata
About Bhishma
Bhishma, also known as Devavrata, was grandfather of both Pandavas and Kauravas. He fought for Kauravas due to his vow to protect Hastinapura despite affection for Pandavas.
Relations
Grandfather of both Pandavas and Kauravas but fought for Kauravas due to his vow to protect Hastinapura
Frequently Asked Questions
On which day was Sweta killed?
Sweta was killed on Day 1 of the Kurukshetra War.
Who killed Sweta?
Sweta was killed by Bhishma.
How was Sweta killed?
Killed by Bhishma using Brahmastra after a valiant fight; a heavenly announcement preceded his death
Why was Sweta killed?
Sweta fought on the Pandava side. Bhishma engaged him in battle. Sweta fought bravely but a heavenly announcement indicated his death. Bhishma, bound by duty to protect Hastinapura, ultimately killed him.
What were the relationships between Bhishma and Sweta?
Bhishma (Grandfather of both Pandavas and Kauravas but fought for Kauravas due to his vow to protect Hastinapura) killed Sweta (Son of King Virata, brother of Uttara (male and female), related to Pandavas through alliance with Virata).
Which sides were Bhishma and Sweta fighting for?
Bhishma was fighting for the Kaurava side, while Sweta was fighting for the Pandava side.