Dharmaraja Yudhishtira asked Bheeshma, “O Pitāmaha! What type of affection develops by seeing and staying with someone? Also, what is the greatness of gau? Please tell me in detail." Bheeshma thoughtfully replied, "O radiant king! I will narrate the conversation between Chyavana Maharshi and Nahusha on this matter. In the ancient days, Chyavana Maharshi, son... Continue Reading →
Conversation between Indra and Shuka (parrot)
Dharmaraja Yudhishtira asked Bheeshma, “O epitome of dharma! Pitāmaha! I now wish to hear the qualities of compassionate and devout persons. Please have mercy on me and reveal these qualities to me." Bheeshma thoughtfully replied, "Yudhishtira! I will narrate the ancient incident that took place between a high-minded parrot and Indra. In the... Continue Reading →
The Importance of Annadāna
Dharmaraja Yudhishtira asked Bheeshma, "O most exalted one! Please tell me what should be donated to resolute Brahmans in this world by a king who wishes to do dāna. What dāna makes a Brahman happy? O mighty-armed one! Please tell me about the fruits of dāna. Which dāna gives extraordinary fruits in this earthly world and... Continue Reading →
Shree Hanuman reassures Bheemasena of their victory over the Kauravas
Shree Hanuman revealed the glorious form that He took to cross the mighty ocean to Lanka on the request of Bheemasena. This splendorous form that puts fear in the hearts of the sinners and brings joy to the devout astounded Bheemasena. Bheemasena profusely thanked Shree Rāma bhakta Shree Hanuman and offered prostrations. Shree Hanuman... Continue Reading →
Durvāsā Maharshi arrives at an inopportune time as a guest at the ashram of the Pancha Pandavas
Durvāsā Maharshi pleased with the devotion and service of Duryodhana offered him a boon. The evil-minded Duryodhana had already conferred with his brothers and Karna earlier, "O revered Brahman! Maharaja Yudhishtira is the oldest and the best in our lineage. At this moment, the pious Yudhishtira is residing in the forest along with his brothers.... Continue Reading →
Vyāsa Maharshi reveals the greatness of tapasyā and dāna to the Pancha Pandavas and Draupadi in Kāmyakavana
The Pancha Pandavas along with Draupadi faced the hardships of the forest and passed eleven years of their exile living on fruits and roots. Though they deserved to enjoy every pleasure in this universe, they experienced tremendous difficulties in the forest. Accepting the tough situation they were in to be their fate, the Pancha... Continue Reading →
Agastya Maharshi drinks the ocean
The Devas accompanied by Lord Brahma offered prostrations to Lord Vishnu and pleadingly said, "O Lord! The entire universe is solely dependent on Your kindness for their progress. All the created beings turn to each other for support and upliftment. All the created beings live out their existence bereft of fear because of Your... Continue Reading →
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