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The Stories of Mahabharata

A serialized story-telling of the ancient epic of India – The Mahabharata

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Savitri, Satyavan and Yama — Mahabharata Episode 38: The Story of Savitri and Satyavan Jun 09, 2016
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Savitri, Satyavan and Yama
The story of Savitri and Satyavan is one of the most popular tales of the Mahabharata. Savitri, a princess, marries Satyavan knowing that her husband had a short lifespan. As per Narada's prediction, Satyavan dies one year after their marriage. But Savitri brings back Satyavan to life using her charm and erudition. Since then Savitri has become the epitome of an ideal and loving wife.
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Draupadi Jayadratha — Mahabharata Episode 37: The Abduction of Draupadi May 24, 2016
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Draupadi Jayadratha
Jayadratha, the husband of Duryodhan's sister Duhshala, sees Draupadi in the Kamyaka forest and is enamoured by her divine beauty. Unable to control his lust, Jayadratha tries to abduct her against her will. When the Pandavas come to know of this, they chase Jayadratha to teach him a lesson that he could never forget.
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Lord Krishna saves the Pandavas from Durvasa — Mahabharata Episode 36: The Story of Mudgal and Durvasa May 10, 2016
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Lord Krishna saves the Pandavas from Durvasa
In this episode, we hear two enchanting stories from the Mahabharata. In the first story, Rishi Durvasa grants Mudgal an eternal life in heaven. But Mudgal declines the offer in search of eternal truth.
The second story is more exciting. Pleased with Duryodhan's hospitality, Durvasa offers him a favor. Duryodhan asks Durvasa to pay the Pandavas a visit to embarrass them. But Lord Krishna comes to the rescue and saves the Pandavas from the wrath of Durvasa. Listen to these stories by clicking the player below or download them on your smart device from iTunes.
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Duryodhan — Mahabharata Episode 35: Duryodhan’s Malaise and Recovery Apr 03, 2016
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Duryodhan
Duryodhan's attempt to humiliate the Pandavas went haywire. He got into a fight with the Gandharavas and was defeated and captured. The Pandava brothers fought the Gandharvas to rescue Duryodhan and his entourage. However, instead of being grateful, Duryodhan felt humiliated and belittled by the Pandavas. Suffering from extreme grief, Duryodhan decides to fast unto death. His friends try to dissuade him from being so harsh on himself, but he is adamant. But Duryodhan recovers from his depression and returns to Hastinapur. Karna renews his vow to destroy Pandavas.
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Arjuna battles with Chitra Sena to rescue Duryodhana — Mahabharata Episode 34: The Rescue of Duryodhan Mar 09, 2016
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Arjuna battles with Chitra Sena to rescue Duryodhana
Duryodhan plans to visit the Pandavas during their exile and humiliate them. But he gets embroiled in a battle with the Gandharvas and is captured by the Gandharva King Chitrasena. At the request of their brother Yudhistir, Arjuna and Bheem fights the Gandharvas and rescues Duryodhan and his family. Humiliated by this magnanimous gesture of the Pandavas, Duryodhan returns to Hastinapur.
Listen to this episode which marks a turning point in the story of Mahabharata.
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Rishi Kaushik and the Bird — Mahabharata Episode 33: The Virtuous Butcher And Draupadi’s Advice Feb 13, 2016
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Rishi Kaushik and the Bird
When asked to talk about the virtues of a woman, Rishi Markandeya tells Yudhistira how a housewife advised Rishi Kaushik about the ways of life and led Kaushik to meet the butcher of Mithila to learn about Dharma. We also hear Draupadi advise Krishna's wife Satyavama about how a woman should treat her husband and gain his loyalty.
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Mahabharata Episode 32: Markandeya’s Visit Jan 05, 2016

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Matsya saves Manu from the great deluge

Rishi Markandeya visits the Pandavas and tells them several stories from his vast experience. He narrates the story of the Matsya, Manu and the great deluge. He tells them about the celestial cycles of creation and destruction, and how the demons Madhu and Kaitava was slain by Lord Vishnu. Listen to these tales of Mahabharata in this exciting episode.

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Arjuna Fights the Demons — Mahabharata Episode 31: Arjuna Returns and Nahusha’s Curse Dec 20, 2015
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Arjuna Fights the Demons
Arjuna returns from Indra's palace in the heavens back to his brothers and his wife Draupadi in the Gandhamadan mountains. He tells them the stories of his conquests against the Nibata Kabacha demons and the demonesses Paulam and Kalaka's army. Next we hear the fascinating story of how the mighty prince Bheema was about to be devoured by King Nahusha in the form of a giant snake. Nahusha asks Yudhistira, who is a true Brahmin? Only the right answer from Yudhistira would save Bheema's life.
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Bheema meets Hanuman — Mahabharata Episode 30: The Story of Bheema and Hanuman Nov 24, 2015
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Bheema meets Hanuman
Draupadi asks Bheema to fetch her the divine lotus. Bheema, eager to please his wife, embarks on a journey to find the precious gift. On his way, he meets an old and frail little monkey. Little did he know, it was his brother the mighty lord Hanuman.
Listen to this delightful story which connects the two great epics of India, Ramayana, and Mahabharata.
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Rshi Ashtavakra — Mahabharata Episode 29: The Story of Ashtavakra Oct 27, 2015
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Rshi Ashtavakra
The young Rishi Ashtavakra was born crooked at eight parts of his body. The deformity was caused because of his father's curse. But later Ashtavakra saves his father from his ill fortune. Listen to this story and the stories of how lord Vishnu slays the demon Narakasura and later saves the earth by taking the form of a boar or a Varaha.
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