Who killed shishupal?
Krishna
After constant insults, Krishna kills Shishupal with his Sudarshan Chakra while Duryodhan challenges him. Later, a furious Duryodhan plans to seek revenge.
Who is the father of Dronacharya?
Bharadwaja
| Drona | |
|---|---|
| Drona, the second Commander-in-chief of Kaurava Army | |
| Information | |
| Family | Bharadwaja (father) |
| Spouse | Kripi |
Why is Ashwathama called the incarnation of Shiva?
Ashwathama is said to be the part incarnate of Lord Shiva. Since he was born Chiranjivi, it is virtually impossible for anyone to kill or defeat him. He was born with a gem (mani) on his forehead which makes him powerful than all the living beings lower than humans. It also protects him from hunger, thirst, and fatigue.
What is the meaning of Ashwathama in Mahabharata?
For the film, see Aswathama (film). In the Hindu epic the Mahabharata, Ashwathama ( Sanskrit: अश्वत्थामा, romanized : Aśvatthāmā) or Drauni is the son of guru Drona and the grandson of the sage Bharadwaja. Ashvatthama is a Maharathi who fought on the Kaurava side against the Pandavas in the Kurukshetra War.
What is the story of Ashwathama and Dronacharya?
Ashwathama was trained along with them. On the 10th day of the war, when Bhishma falls, Drona is appointed as the supreme commander of the Kaurava army. Krishna knew that it is impossible to defeat armed Dronacharya. So he makes a plan to defeat him by convincing him that his son, Ashwathama was killed on the battlefield.
Is Ashwathama still roaming on Earth?
Another story in which yogi like Pilot Baba has claimed that they have met Ashwathama in the Himalayas, living peacefully with a tribe. It is believed that he is still roaming on earth in and around the Narmada river in India.