Reading Notes: Mahabharata - Part A



Story 1 - Amba 1

The story of Amba was interesting because most of the problems that arose out of it could have bene resolved had there existed better methods of communication between the princesses and the King. However, that was not the case and she was forced to go with Bhishma. Even though she was permitted to leave the damage had already been done. The King of the Shalwas had been embarrassed and defeated in contest. The theme of irreversible decisions appeared once again in the sense that Amba was unable to return to Hastinapura, for she had abandoned them and was not welcome.

Amba, Source

Story 2 - Kunti and Her Son 2

One common theme that has shown up in the Mahabharata is the birth of sons and daughters from the gods. In most of these cases the children are not wanted. In the case of Kunti, her son was born with an appearance that was not keen on the eyes. However, this did not get rid of her son Karna forever. Eventually he came back into the story, causing more trouble.

Story 3 - Pandu and His Wives 3

This story was quite out there compared to the ones that we already have read. Why was the brahmin disguised as a deer? And why was he engaged with intercourse at the same time. Why did Pandu shoot them during this... So many questions...I guess it really opens up what is possible in terms of our writing assignments.

Story 4 - Drona Trains the Princes 4

This story was interesting because the premise behind the whole training session is not because the princes needed it, but rather that Drona wanted revenge. Regardless, they agreed to help Drona with his problems with Drupada, the Rajah of Panchala. Another interesting thing about the training is the amount of competition it brought out between the cousins. Despite not really knowing the ways of advanced combat they still wanted to fight each other and to beat them.

Bibliography

Amba
Kunti and Her Son
Pandu and His Wives
Drona Trains the Princes

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