Mahabharata: Draupadi

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Today's entry on the Mahabharata is an important one, but a short one.

As you know, all of the Pandavas are descended from different gods, and as such, have amazing gifts. One of the gifts of the third brother, Arjuna, is fantastic skills of archery. Arjuna was known for many mighty feats of manly warrior skill as well.

One day, in an archery contest, Arjuna won the hand of the beautiful princess Draupadi as his prize. Thrilled, he rushed back to his brothers and his mother Kunti.

Kunti had a rule which she abided by for all her sons. If one son wins something, it must be shared with the other sons. She does not make an exception for Draupadi, so Draupadi becomes the wife of the five Pandavas, and she has children with each of them.

The stage is set. Next, we see the rivalry between the Pandavas and the Kauravas reach its zenith, and Draupadi is at the heart of it.

Catherine

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