The Story of Kunti and Her Sons (from the Mahabharata)

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Another profound story is that of Kunti, the mother of the Pandavas, who is known for her strength, resilience, and sacrifice.

  • Birth of the Pandavas: Kunti was blessed with a boon that allowed her to invoke any god and bear their child. She used this boon to have sons by the gods. However, when her first son, Karna, was born out of wedlock, Kunti had to abandon him, as society would not accept such a child. Karna grew up not knowing his true identity.

  • Mother's Suffering and Strength: Throughout the Mahabharata, Kunti faces incredible hardship as a mother. Her sons—Yudhishthira, Bhima, Arjuna, Nakula, and Sahadeva—suffer many trials and tribulations, but Kunti remains a pillar of strength. She supports them unconditionally and is a symbol of maternal love and sacrifice.

  • The Heart-wrenching Moment: One of the most emotional moments in the Mahabharata is when Kunti reveals the true identity of Karna to him, just before the great war of Kurukshetra. She urges him to join her sons in the war, but Karna, torn between his loyalty to Duryodhana and his natural mother, ultimately chooses to stay loyal to his friend, Duryodhana.

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