Karna is the greatest complex character in the Mahabharata, which portrays courage, loyalty, and magnanimity amidst adversities of fate. Their story is an excellent intermingling of inspiring virtues as well as tragic circumstances while providing insights into human values and ethical dilemmas with which the unyielding power of destiny is entangled. This blog discusses their … Read more
One of the most outstanding figures in Mahabharata, Arjuna represents a model of heroism and human fallibility. His life epitomizes all human weaknesses and virtues in such a manner that one easily finds an identification of him throughout the generations. Starting from birth to the position of unparalleled archer and to moral crises to the … Read more
Birth and Divine Origins Draupadi’s story begins with her extraordinary birth. She was not born in the conventional way; instead, she emerged fully grown from a sacrificial fire. This divine origin suggests that she was destined for greatness. Her father, King Drupada, performed a yajna (sacrifice) seeking a powerful offspring to avenge his humiliation at … Read more
Krishna, one of the central figures of the Mahabharata, is revered as the Supreme Being according to the Vedas. He is described in the Bhagavata Purana as the origin of all divine incarnations, including Vishnu and Narayana. Known for his wisdom and divine deeds, Krishna delivered the profound teachings of the Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna … Read more
The Mahabharata is composed by Sage Krishna Dvaipayana Vyasa (Creator of Mahabharata), who was also one of the most important sages India has ever seen. His impact goes far beyond telling a story-Indian thought, culture, and spirit are affected to a large extent by his work. It is due to the sagacity and equanimity exhibited … Read more
