Reading Notes A: Mahabharata: Karmic Revolution C

Karna in Kurukshetra: Wikimedia


Ep 18:
Karna lived a humble life with his family. He wore armor and earrings since his birth. Karna mother told him that his father found him in a basket on a river. Karna was found a guru.

Ep 19:
Parshuram trained Karna. Karna told him that he was a Brahmin. This was a lie and he cursed Karna to lose his abilities when he needs them the most.

Ep 20:
Arjuna was impressive at a tournament. Karna out did all those great feats. Karna was refused winning as he was not invited. Karna told the Pandavas of his birth, the Pandavas laughed and he could not challenge princes. Duryodan made Karna the King of Anga.

Ep 21:
Drupad and Drona were trained together and they become friends. Drupad told Drona he would give him half his kingdom. Drupad insulted Drona and did not keep his promise.

Ep 22:
It was thought by the people that Yudhishthir was going to become king. Duryodhan hatched a plan to kill the Pandavas. A beautiful palace was made of dry materials.

Ep 23:
Vidura warned the Pandavas to be on guard. The people of Vanvrat were welcomed warmly. The Pandavas realized that the palace was a trap. A miner dug a tunnel into the forest from the palace. The palace was set fire by Bheem and the family escaped.

Ep 24:
The Pandavas lived in fear while in the forest. Bheem carried his family. A boat man helped them cross a give. Bheem was the one who guarded and collected water for his family. They were fueled by the thought of revenge.

Ep 25:
The family settles in the city of Ekacharkra. They are disguised as Brahmans. They were had to beg for food and shelter. Bakaasur would eat the people of the city. Once a week food would be delivered to Bakaasur. Kunti told her son Bheem to kill Bakaasur. The city celebrated.

Ep 26:
Drupad took measures to kill Drona. His son was born a man with a sword in hand. A girl was also born, Draupadi. She was to be married off.









Bib:
Mahabharat Episode 18: Karna's Quest by Epified

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