Janamejaya’s Big Brother: New Light on the Mahābhārata’s Frame Story
This article explores the story of Parikṣit in the Mahābhārata and suggests an interpretation whereby Parikṣit’s eldest son opted out of Parikṣit’s patriline, preferring that of his mother. This interpretation is supported by reference to various similar stories within the Mahābhārata and elsewhere....
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Format: | Electronic Article |
Language: | English |
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Equinox
2008
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Religions of South Asia
Year: 2008, Volume: 2, Issue: 2, Pages: 161-176 |
Further subjects: | B
Parikṣit
B family history B patriline B snakebite B running deer B lineal daughter B Poona edition B Sūta |
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