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The Pāṇḍavas began to enjoy life in Hastināpura. They sported with the hundred sons of Dhṛtarāṣṭra, who became known as …

Duryodhana in particular found Bhīma’s antics and power intolerable. As the eldest son of the blind king, Duryodhana had enjoyed …

After another day of humiliation at Bhīma’s hands, Duryodhana felt he could take no more. He spoke with Dushashana, the …

Duryodhana’s eyes narrowed as he spoke. His intentions were vicious. The prince was inclined to wicked acts, and he had …

Duryodhana revealed his heinous plan to Dushashana. “Tomorrow I shall feed Bhīma an enormous poisoned feast. When he falls unconscious …

Dushashana smiled in agreement. He too found Bhīma’s behavior intolerable and, like Duryodhana, had also found his own status in …

The next morning Duryodhana suggested that all the princes go to the river for some water sports. Soon they mounted …

The elegant palace was built of white marble and it stood seven stories high. Many-colored pennants flew from tall golden …

Once inside Duryhodhana invited everyone to enjoy the great feast he had arranged for them. He led them through the …

Duryodhana chose the seat next to Bhīma. Then he ordered the servants to bring the food. The dishes were exquisite. …

When the feast was over, Duryodhana suggested they all go down to the river for sport. The boys raced to …

Late in the afternoon the boys began to tire. They came out of the water and dressed themselves in white …

Bhīma had consumed enough poison to kill a hundred men, but it was not until evening that the wind-god’s son …

When the other princes had gone back to the mansion, Duryodhana saw his opportunity. Along with Dushashana, he bound Bhīma’s …

Bhīma sank to the bottom of the river and was carried by underwater currents. The celestial abode of the divine …

Bhīma burst the cords binding his limbs. He picked up the snakes and dashed them to the ground. He pressed …

The Nāgas went quickly to their king, Vāsuki. With fearful voices they said, “O king, a human fell among us, …

Vāsuki assumed a human form, rose from his bejeweled throne, and walked gracefully out of his palace. Arka, a Nāga …

Seeing this, Vāsuki was pleased and said to Arka, “What service can we render this boy? Let us give him …