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- Arjuna (also given as Arjun) is the great hero of the Indian epic Mahabharata and the philosophical-religious dialogue Bhagavad Gita. His name means “shining”, “silver” and similar terms relating to brightness.
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Oct 19, 2015 · As per wikipedia article, Arjuna was also called 'Partha' because he was son of Kunti (Pritha). Why could not Yudhishtira/Bheema be called by this name?
- Various appellations of Arjuna and their significance
Arjuna has been referred to, using various names in the...
- Various appellations of Arjuna and their significance
Arjuna (Sanskrit: अर्जुन, IAST: Arjuna) was an ancient prince of the Kuru Kingdom, located in the present-day India. He is one of the main protagonists of the Hindu epic Mahābhārata. He was the third of five Pandava brothers, from the lineage of the Kuru.
Oct 2, 2024 · Arjuna in the Mahabharata is known as Dhananjaya because he conquered various kingdoms and obtained their wealth. As he stood amidst the riches that he conquered, he was named Dhananjaya. This incident is mentioned in the Go – Grahana Parva in the Mahabharata.
- Family, Birth, & Character
- Exile & Draupadi
- Self-Exile & Adventures
- Loss of The Kingdom & Exile
- Battle of Kurukshetra & Gita
- Conclusion
Arjuna was the supposed son of the king Pandu who was half-brother to the blind king Dhritarashtra. When they came of age, Dhritarashtra (as the oldest) should have become king of their land of Hastinapur but could not because the law forbade those with disabilities from rule and so Pandu was chosen. Pandu married the princess Kunti as his royal wi...
Duryodhana's first attempt to rid himself of the five brothers was inspired by a fair in a village nearby. He suggested to his father that Kunti and her five sons should go, stay in a place prepared for them, and enjoy themselves; Dhritarashtra agreed and the family was sent. Meanwhile, Duryodhana had a house created of all flammable materials for ...
The kingdom of the Pandavas, Indraprastha, flourished in part due to Arjuna's great care for the people. His devotion to their welfare and commitment to honoring his word created a conflict, however, which would result in his self-exile. Among the stipulations agreed upon by the brothers for sharing Draupadi was that none of them would disturb or i...
Arjuna saves a man from the fire, Maya, who was an exceptional architect and, when his exile is over, brings him back to the kingdom of the Pandavas where Maya designs and builds a great palace for the brothers. The floors shine so brightly and are so smooth that they appear to be water. When Duryodhana comes to see it, he steps into the reception ...
The Pandavas have now fulfilled the terms of losing the dice game and demand their kingdom be returned. Duryodhana refuses, however, claiming he will give them nothing. Krishna intervenes and asks for just five cities, one for each brother, but this is also rejected. War is inevitable and both Arjuna and Duryodhana go to Krishna for assistance. Kri...
Throughout the Mahabharata and Bhagavad Gita, Arjuna's behavior epitomizes the central values of his culture. His selfless attempt to rescue Drona from the lake illustrates his courage, strength, loyalty and humility in that there is no mention of him boasting of the event afterwards. His intelligence and wisdom are noted in a number of instances w...
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Jul 8, 2018 · Arjuna was known as Savyasachi, because he could shoot arrows with his left hand just as well as he did with his right hand, and with the same accuracy. The name Savyasachi is used by Lord...
Aug 27, 2024 · Arjuna, one of the five Pandava brothers, who are the heroes of the Indian epic the Mahabharata. Arjuna, son of the god Indra, is famous for his archery (he can shoot with either hand) and for the magical weapons that he wins from the god Shiva.
Feb 1, 2019 · Arjuna has been referred to, using various names in the Mahabharata epic. Sri Krishna often used the name Partha/Kaunteya, when referring to Arjuna,as it originated from the name of Sri Krishna's aunt Pritha/Kunti, who was Arjuna’s mother.
