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Who was the rightful heir of Hastinapur?
Shantanu was the youngest of three sons of King Pratipa. The oldest was Devapi who suffered from leprosy, whereas Bahlika was the middle child. According to one version of the story, since Devapi was supposed to inherit Hastinapur, Pratipa gifted a part of some newly conquered land to his second son Bahlika.
Why were people in Favour of Pandavas as rulers of Hastinapur?
(14.3) People of Hastinapur expressed preference for Pandavas because Pandavas were deemed to be more capable and virtuous than Kauravas by the people. Also, people thought Pandavas were rightful heir of the throne after Pandu’s death.
Who was king of Hastinapur after Dhritarashtra?
From his childhood, Yudhishthira was greatly influenced by his uncle Vidura and his grandfather Bhishma, and believed in virtues of dharma. He was trained by two warrior-sages—Kripa and Drona. Later, Yudhisthira was appointed as the crown prince of Hastinapura but was replaced by Duryodhana.
Who is the second wife of Pandu in Mahabharata?
Madri
In the Hindu epic Mahabharata, Madri is the princess of Madra Kingdom and the second wife of the king Pandu. She is the mother of the youngest Pandavas – the twin brothers Nakula and Sahadeva.
Why did Pandavas return to Hastinapur?
Because of this curse, Kunti had to use her boon to get sons. At the request of Pandu, she shared this boon with Madri to get her sons, the twins Nakula and Sahadeva from the divine Ashvini twins. After the death of Pandu and Madri, Kunti brought the Pandavas back to Hastinapur.
How many years did it take Duryodhana to reach Hastinapur?
Then, accompanied by the rishis, Kunti and the five Pandavas walked towards Hastinapur, after a little over sixteen years. When the news that these long-lost cousins were coming back reached Hastinapur, the capital of the Kuru kingdom, Duryodhana was overcome by a wave of jealousy and hatred.
How did the five Pandava brothers grow up?
Sadhguru: The five Pandava brothers grew up well in the forest. With the right kind of guidance, being exposed to wilderness is the best education one can get. Sages and seers took care of their education, but above all, Mother Nature brought them wisdom and strength. They grew up strong, patient, wise, and well-versed in the art of weaponry.
Who was the most suitable ally for the Pandavas?
He found the most suitable ally was Dushasana, the number two among the one hundred brothers. The one hundred Kaurava brothers, Dhritarashtra, Gandhari, Bhishma, Vidura, and all the elders stood at the city gate to welcome them. Both of them were in a rage even before the Pandavas arrived.
Who were Dhritarashtra Gandhari and Bhishma?
The one hundred Kaurava brothers, Dhritarashtra, Gandhari, Bhishma, Vidura, and all the elders stood at the city gate to welcome them. Both of them were in a rage even before the Pandavas arrived. People had loved Pandu, who, though he was not officially crowned as the king, was the king for all practical purposes.
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