The Ring must fit the Finger The Pandavas and Kauravas showed off their skill in arms. Before their teachers, families…
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MAHABHARATA – 9. Bhima the Bully
The Ring must fit the Finger The five Pandavas and hundred Kauravas; they lived and grew up in Hastinapura. A…
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MAHABHARATA – 8. Pandu's Demise
A hunted curse Peace grew heavy as Pandu ruled Hastinapur with great benevolence. But karma demanded his dues; to balance…
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MAHABHARATA – 7. Kunti Devi
Virgin Birth Pritha’s father gave her in adoption to his childless cousin Kuntibhoja. Thenceforth, people hailed her as Kunti and…
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MAHABHARATA – 6. Vidura the Mahatma
Even Lord Dharma must bend to dharma Fugitives hid ill-gotten gains in an ashrama; soldiers mistook for a thief, the…
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MAHABHARATA – 5. Sikhandin
The she-man exacts vengeance How did Bhishma run foul of Princess Amba? Why did Amba hold such a hatred for…
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MAHABHARATA – 4. Amba and Bhishma
A swayamvara gone awry What was Bhishma's involvement with Amba? Who were the sisters Amba, Ambika and Ambalika? What part…
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MAHABHARATA – 3. Bhishma’s Vow
A seed held back and weeds flourish. Who was Bhishma? Why did the perfect warrior and benevolent statesman give up…
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MAHABHARATA – 2. Vasishtha’s Curse
Mischief committed by the celestial Vasu brothers sets the wheels in motion. Who are the Vasus? What did they do…
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