Did Draupadi really love arjun more?[DT Note Page 22] - Page 36

Vaishnavi Nair's interpretation of The swayamvar is awesome. Like I enjoyed KM Munshiji's version the most, this one also comes close due to the author's sheer brilliance of portraying the most thrilling event of Epic History,The shooting of The Fish Target ,an unparalleled feat of the Archer who changed Panchali's life forever. Here it goes...The man was tall,of a lean built yet muscular. His face was radiant and his appearance striking. He walked to the middle of the court,clad in the attire of a Brahmin.but every step of his declared instead the pride and confidence of a kshatriya. Draupadi immediately felt the need to redefine the word handsome.'Salutations,O King, Do I have your permission to attempt ? His voice rang across the deafeningly silent hall. Her father King Drupad was stunned. But after a moment he waved his hand, signalling yes. A low murmuring began in the court. That sound shook Panchali and she realised that at the arresting sight of the Brahmin she had been holding her breath in hope and expectation. She chided herself mentally ,half amusedly and half abashedly. Oh,Lord! Who was this man? (To be contd.)

From the corner of her eye she could catch a broad grin on vaasudev's face. The Brahmin walked up to where the apparatus was set up and bowed low before it. As he looked up his eyes met with Draupadi's. A slow blush crept up her cheeks and the heart pounded faster. He turned away ,with a half smile played on his lips. She closed her eyes and prayed for the archer,a first so far. As a sudden loud wave of incredulous whispers spread across the hall ,Yojanagandha was prompted to open her eyes.The stranger had shot the first arrow on the Fish eye.Instinctively she surveyed Krishna. He seemed to be surveying the scene with great fascination and involvement. Is this the turn my life would take Damodar? She wanted to ask. To be the wife of an exceptional Brahmin?

A second wave of louder reactions emerged from the audience.And then a third a forth . Amidst loud shouts of disbelief and anger the Brahmin propelled the final arrow and hit the target for the fifth time. A silence has descended on the crowd.Every one was watching to see what he would do next. Unmindful of the reactions he evoked, her to be husband bowed to her father, Balaram and Krishna and Dhrishtadyumna and walked up to her. By then she has risen from her chair. 'Would the incomparable princess ,the embodiment of glory in womanhood ,be gracious enough to accept this individual as her life partner? ". A thousand different emotions rushed through Draupadi.Happiness,admiration,surprise,apprehensiveness ,gratitude , fulfilment,pride some other unrecognisable joyful feeling Warmth flooded her very being . In her mind's eye he saw Madhusudan'shand raised in blessing.With flaming cheeks and fervent prayers she lifted her hands and garlanded the man infront of her. ...Thank you Prince Dhrishtafyumn, the Brahmin said turning to him..But you forget Draupadi is now my responsibility. I shall protect her.He faced her assuredly.This moment, the next the moment after that until there is breath in this body and even after...He wouldn't have to do so.She thought.For she suddenly realised with a jolt that she would cease to exist without him.She, Panchali now wholly belonged to and owned the husband standing in front of her.Only what was his name?

Originally posted by: ltelidevara

So many may bes, Yet the truth does'nt change,She was his and he was her's , Their romance was unlike any other, A few hours of utter belongingness, Just Arjun and Her,(to be contd,)

Originally posted by: shindes

Aww, if only they were allowed to prolong those precious few hours into a Lifetime!😭

True. Life would have been a Devine song of love for them if they are allowed to be together for a lifetime.

Sripada Sri Vallabha is considered to be the first incarnation of Dattatreya,The son of Anasuya Devi and Atri Maharshi. The Trinity tested her Devotion and graced her with three sons who are the Ansh of Them.Chandra is born with Brahma's Ansh,Sage Durvash with Siva's Ansh and Dattatreya with Vishnu's Ansh. Dattatreya is said to be blessed with the power of Siva also and became famous for enlightening people with the supreme knowledge. There is a special school of thought that is called Datta Tatva and it is too famous especially in the state of Maharashtra. Anagha Devi,the incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi is the spouse of Dattatreya. Sripada Srivallabha of Pithapur !East Godavari District is the first Incarnatin of Dattatreya. Narasimha Saraswati of Ganagapur, Maharashtra is the next incarnation.Akkal Kota Swami also comes under Dutta incarnations. And most renowned in our age Sadguru Shirdi Sai Baba is said to be the latest Dutta incarnation. The famous Sloka tells the order of the Gurus...Sripada Swamine Nityam Nrisimha Guru Yogine,Duttatreyaya Nathaya Mangalam Dina Bandhave. ...Sankara Bhattu who hails from Karnataka was a contemporary and follower of Sri Pada Sri Vallabha . He wrote ' Sripada Sri Vallabha Charitam" in Sanskrit that was translated into other regional languages. Sripada Srivallabha 's story was mentioned in the famous ' Gurucharitra "It was written in Marathi by Saraswati Gangadhar. In Sanskrit it was written by Vasudevananda Saraswati. I hope most of you must have heard about these Sadgurus. I want to quote an extract from Sripada Srivallabha Charitramritam" written by Sankara Bhattu.' Once Subbayya Sreshthi who is having an affair with a Vesya Chintamani questioned Sripada Vallabha Swami thus.' When Avatara Purushas also are addicted to women and possessed many like in Krishna Incarnation,and when Draupadi had five husbands for her,why should we mortals restrict ourselves from enjoyment?Are there separate rules for them? How do you explain that? " Sripada Sri Vallabha Swami replied thus.' Sri Krishna had Eight Queens and Sixteen thousand women accepted by him but he is not addicted to women. He is called Nitya Brahmachari.despite leading family life and getting children. He is beyond the. Common weaknesses like lust or desire. As for Draupadi,She is Sachi,the swarga Lakshmi.Indra came in five forms to posess her,the main Ansh being Arjun .Draupadi married them to obey Kunti's word. There is subtle Dharma that can not be visualised by naked eye. That is beyond our understanding. Panchali became the wife of all but the way she interacted with them is different. The famous Sloka,Karyeshu Dasi tells the way a wife should behave. Panchali exactly followed that. Karyeshu Dasi means the wife becomes a servant while doing the work of the husband. Bheem is the laziest of them and would never do his things properly. Panchali served them as Dasi. Karaneshu Mantri.The wife advises the husband in important matters and guides like a minister. Here Draupadi became a minister to Yudhishtir and guided him in administrative matters. Bhojyeshu Mata,Nakul used to get tired soon as he is sensitive and delicate. Panchali used to feed him food like a mother. That is why she is Bhojyeshu Mata. Then next line is Kshamaya Dharitri.Tolerant like the Goddess of Earth. Sahadev used to be always moody and temperamental because of knowing their future well. Draupadi used to be like Bhudevi ,patient while attending him. The last line is Sayaneshu Rambha. The wife should please the husband in bed like Rambha. Panchali used to adorn herself well with ornaments etc and looking beautiful she used to enthrall Arjun . It is Arjun only who hit the Fish Target and won her heart. Hence she got the Devine bliss only in his union. Subbayya Sreshti,Draupadi 's life is not for people to make fun of. She is Devine.Dont compare yourself with those Avatara Tatvas. Your Chintamani is not exclusively yours. She has Bilvamangala and many others in her life. Never ridicule a Pativrata like Draupadi.She would have got children for all the five but she is meant for Arjun only." Happy DIWALI To All Ardians. PS. Not for the sake of arguments of any kind. Posted only to share it with Arjun Draupadi lovers.

Originally posted by: ltelidevara

To be the wife of an exceptional Brahmin?

Exceptional, in every sense indeed. Perfect woman paired with the perfect man.

Originally posted by: ltelidevara

Bhojyeshu Mata,Nakul used to get tired soon as he is sensitive and delicate. Panchali used to feed him food like a mother. That is why she is Bhojyeshu Mata. ." Happy DIWALI To All Ardians.

I agree with you Dr.Sweety Shindey, Draupadi's aura is unique. She is an extraordinary woman who became the driving force whether in Indraprasth or in Exile.