Terrified, he called Indra to his aid, but although he tried to hold him back, the power of the Brahmanas sucked Takshaka into space and in a few minutes he found himself in the Earth’s atmosphere. … Read More
At that point, immobilized and prisoners of that indisputable force, the snakes began to feel themselves being sucked in the direction of the arena, towards the fire that, very high and voracious, seemed to be waiting … Read More
When the sacrifice began, the atmosphere vibrated under the magical effect of the sounds and melodies of the Vedic mantras recited by the Brahmanas, while the fire of the sacrifice, fueled relentlessly by the abundant libations … Read More
Meanwhile, the preparations for the great snake sacrifice were almost complete. The great arena had been prepared by the best Brahmanas Ritviks of the time and by the perfect connoisseurs of the science of the … Read More
The Nagas, having learned of Janamejaya’s intentions, inquired about the real possibilities of danger they might be in. Unfortunately, the news they received did not bode well; he had in fact invited the most powerful Brahmanas … Read More
Then, he gathered the more experienced priests, who after having held council among them said: “Oh, king, in the Vedas there are innumerable sacrifices, including those destined for the destruction of some species considered harmful. Among … Read More
Not everyone can know the exact moment of their death, and in this sense, Pariksit could consider himself lucky because he had the opportunity to spend those last seven days he had left to living in … Read More
When the wise Samika woke up, he found his son in front of him, who, with tears in his eyes, informed him of the whole incident. The father’s reaction was immediate. “What have you done?” … Read More
Santanu ascoltava. Naturalmente non ricordava nulla della sua vita precedente, in quanto gli uomini dimenticano tutto al momento della nascita; tuttavia qualcosa lo spingeva a credere a quella storia. “Ma cosa c’entra tutto ciò … Read More
Prince Uttara was amazed. He had never seen anyone fight like that, nor did he think it was humanly possible. And when he saw the Kurava troops retreat, he shouted for joy and threw his weapons … Read More
After paying high respects to the Rishis, the kings took their leave and returned to their kingdoms. And as they left, the Pandavas in turn honored everyone according to their respective merits. In the days that … Read More
The following day, while Virata and his soldiers were still engaged against the Trigartas, the Kurus invaded Matsya crossing the northern borders and defeating the few garrisons located in that area with derisory ease. When the … Read More
Penetrating into Matsya territory from the southern front, the Trigarta invaded the region, easily shattering all defenses; without the valid command of Kichaka the soldiers were overwhelmed in a few hours and the herds stolen. Virata … Read More
During one of the happy days when the inauguration festival was taking place, the sage Narada arrived in Indra-prastha and was led to visit the Sabha. He too was thrilled with the opulence and beauty that … Read More
Throughout the year, Duryodhana’s spies had been traveling around the world continuously, hoping to find the Pandavas or at least some trace of them. But until then, their searches had been fruitless. One after another they … Read More
