Reading Notes: Mahabharata, Part A

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Focus story: The Training of the Pandavas and Kauravas

Synopsis:

  • Drona and Kripi had a son named Ashwatthaman. Drona cared for his son and wanted nothing but the best for him. He taught him wisdom, determination, and warfare throughout Aswatthaman's childhood.
  • Drona moved into the royal palace with his family to train the Pandavas and Kauravas. Aswatthaman joins along during the training and grew up along with the princes.
  • Out of all his students, Drona's favorite pupil is Arjuna of the Pandavas. In fact, the Pandavas were actually Drona's favorite including Yudhishthira, Bhima, Nakula, and Sahadeva. This made Duryodhana of the Kauravas jealous of the Pandavas.
Storytelling Ideas: 
What really stood out to be was the teacher-student relationship between Drona and his pupils. I'd like to place Drona as a renowned football coach. I think having the story of the training of the Pandavas and Kauravas in a high school setting would be interesting. Especially, placing Drona's own son as a member of the football team. Duryodhana could add a nice twist as someone jealous and menaced. 

Arjuna Statue in Bali, Indonesia (Source: Wikimedia)

Bibliography: "Mahabharata Online: Public Domain Edition" Part A by Laura Gibbs. Web source.

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