Where did the Pandu live?
In the Hindu epic Mahabharata, Pandu (Sanskrit: पाण्डु, romanized: Pāṇḍu, lit. ‘pale’) was a king of Kuru Kingdom. He is the father of the five Pandava brothers, who were actually gifted by different gods due to his inability of having children following Maharisi Kindam’s curse.
Which of these is the forest where the Pandavas spent large part of their 12 year life in exile as mentioned in the Mahabharata?
Kamyaka forest
In the 12th year of their exile they left Kamyaka forest forever and went to the Dwaita woods (3,308). Thus the Pandavas spent their 12 years of forest life by shuttling between the Kamyaka and the Dwaita forests.
How long did Pandavas live in Varnavat?
After that, Pandavas were sent to Laksha Griha after 1 year and they lived there for 1 year and then after the building was burnt down. They left Varnabrat and resided in forest for 1 year and then married Draupadi and lived in the palace of Drupad for 1 year. Totally 4 years.
Who is Pandu in the Mahabharata?
In the Hindu epic Mahabharata, Pandu ( Sanskrit: पाण्डु, romanized : Pāṇḍu, lit. ‘pale’) was a king of Kuru Kingdom. He is the father of the five Pandava brothers, who were actually gifted by different gods due to his inability of having children following Maharisi Kindam’s curse.
What is the name of the father of Pandavas?
In the Mahabharata epic, Pandu (Sanskrit: पाण्डु Pāṇḍu, lit. yellowish, whitish, pale ), was the king of Hastinapur, the son of Ambalika and Vyasa. He is more popularly known as the earthly father of the Pandavas, who were called so after him.
What was Pandu taught by Bhishma?
Pandu was taught in the fields of archery, politics, administration and religion by Bhishma. He was an excellent archer and Maharathi (warrior). He became the successor to his kingdom and was crowned King of the Kuru Kingdom.
Why did Pandu give his kingdom to Dhritarashtra?
Upset and seeking to repent his action, Pandu handed his kingdom to Dhritarashtra and went for exile in forest. There, he lived as an ascetic with his wives.