Was yudhisthira righteous?

Yudhishthira’s true prowess was shown in his unflinching adherence to Satya(truth) and Dharma (righteousness to fulfil one’s moral duty), which were more precious to him than royal ambitions, material pursuits and family relations. Due to his piety, he was well regarded as a wise and pious man even by his enemies.

Was duryodhana a good king?

Duryodhana used his greater skill in wielding the mace to defeat opponents. He was also an extremely courageous warrior and he was said to be a good ruler. Duryodhana’s greed and arrogance were the two qualities said to lead to his downfall in the Mahabharata.

What was Yudhisthira’s true prowess?

Yudhisthira’s true prowess was shown in his unflinching adherence to satya (truth) and dharma (righteousness), which were more precious to him than any royal ambitions, material pursuits and family relations.

How did Yudhisthira become the emperor of the world?

As he governed with absolute piousness, with a strict adherence to duty and service to this people, his kingdom grew prosperous, and people from all over were attracted to it. Yudhisthira performed the Rajasuya sacrifice to become the Emperor of the World.

What did Yudhisthir say about punishment?

Yudhisthir said that a menial worker is supposed to be taught about right and wrong and so, he should be set free after getting a small punishment. The businessman was sentenced to imprisonment since he knew about right and wrong. A warrior is supposed to protect people and yet, this warrior committed a murder.

What did Yudhisthira learn from Narada Muni?

Yudhisthira learned dice play from Narada Muni and assumed the guise of a brahmin courtier and dice player in the Matsya Rajya of king Virata. When the period of exile was completed, Duryodhana and Shakuni nevertheless refused to return Yudhisthira’s kingdom.