The Stories of Mahabharata

Mahabharata Episode 12: The Kingdom of the Pandavas and Arjuna’s Exile

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Oct 18, 2014
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INSIGHT

From Barren Land To Indraprastha

  • Dhritarashtra gives Khandavas to the Pandavas, a barren land that becomes their new realm.
  • Krishna and Indra transform it into the magnificent city Indraprastha, showing divine patronage can remake fortunes.
ANECDOTE

Sunda And Upasunda Warning

  • Rishi Narada recounts the tale of Sunda and Upasunda to warn the Pandavas about shared desire leading to destruction.
  • The Pandavas then set a strict rotational rule for Draupadi to prevent conflict over her companionship.
ADVICE

Enforce Clear Household Rules

  • The Pandavas adopt a rule: Draupadi will spend one year with each brother to avoid rivalry.
  • Breaking the rule forces exile for twelve years plus celibacy to enforce impartiality and duty.
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