The Stories of Mahabharata Mahabharata Episode 32: Markandeya’s Visit
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Jan 5, 2016 In this episode, Rishi Markandeya visits the Pandavas and tells them stories from his vast experience. He narrates the story of Matsya and the great deluge, as well as the celestial cycles of creation and destruction. He also shares the tale of Lord Vishnu slaying the demons Madhu and Kaitava. Listen to these exciting tales of Mahabharata.
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Manu and the Great Deluge
- Manu saved a small fish, Matsya, who grew into a giant.
- Matsya warned Manu of a great flood and helped him survive.
Celestial Calendar
- Markandeya explained the celestial calendar system, with each Yuga cycle lasting 12,000 celestial years.
- 1000 Yuga cycles make up one day of Brahma, followed by a night of annihilation.
Markandeya's Vision of Narayana
- Markandeya entered a divine boy's body, containing a vast world inside, during universal destruction.
- The boy revealed himself as Narayana (Krishna), part of Brahma, responsible for recreation.
