Though capable why did not Bhishma himself train Kauravas and Pandavas?
There is a Subhashita : अतिपरिचयात् अवज्ञा, संततगमनात् अनादरो भवति । मलये भिल्लपुरन्ध्री, चंदनंतरू काष्ठमिंधन कुरुते || Excessive familiarity breeds contempt, Visiting someone too often causes disrespect. The wife of a bhilla (adivasi clan) on the malaya mountain uses the log of a sandalwood tree as fuel. —— This shloka may be used in discussions about relationships, respect, and the consequences of familiarity. It highlights how over-familiarity can lead to a lack of appreciation or respect for people or things that were once valued. It can appear in literature, philosophical discourse, or moral teachings. Bhishma was Grandfather to both Kauravas and Pandavas, and all are dear to him. Generally, Grandparents cannot be too strict with kids, as the parents would be. At times, teacher should be strict in teaching and the students should have respect for the teacher. A person having too much attachment, cannot teach loved ones, as that person cannot teach with sternne...