Tales of Nala & Damayanti – 11
A plethora of surprises Author: Vid. Shri Ramavittalacharya Translator & Illustrator: Smt. Chomini Prakash Click here to read part 10 Nala, disguised as Bahuka, charioteered… Read More »Tales of Nala & Damayanti – 11
Ramavithalacharya
The tale of Nala and Damayanti – 10
He approached the vibhītaki tree and began counting. He was astounded at the accuracy of the King and said, “Oh King! Preach to me the study of numbers, calculation and dicing. I shall teach you all about horses.” Enticed by the opportunity to gain mastery over horses, the King imparted his knowledge to bāhuka with the trust that he would be taught about horses at a later time.
The Tales of Nala and Damayanti – 9
Whether treated with regard or otherwise, despoiled of his kingdom and destitute of prosperity, if he were to return to her, may she never be angered.” Thus, having heard his words, I have eagerly and speedily returned here.
Tales of Nala and Damayanti – 8
Author : Vidwan Sri Ramavithalacharya Translator & Illustrator : Smt. Chomini Prakash Read part 7 here. Where is Damayanti? Scout! When Nala–Damayanti disappeared, Damayanti’s father,… Read More »Tales of Nala and Damayanti – 8
TALES OF NALA AND DAMAYANTI – 7
The repercussions of deception of a great sage haunted Karkotaka without exemption. He was caught immobile amidst the flames of a raging fire and was rescued by Nala. If we deceive the wise, no matter how prepotent we are, that sin will haunt us!
Tales of Nala and Damayanti – 6
As she walked along the main street with unkempt hair, a garment that barely covered her and in a disheveled state, children and young men surrounded her thinking her to be a mad woman. King Subahu’s mother, who had been curiously witnessing all of this from the terrace of her chamber, instructed her attendant thus, “Go bring that woman. Drive the people away. There is a divine radiance in her face.”
The tale of Nala and Damayanti – 5
Though Nala abandoned her midway, she didn’t nurture vengeance or anger towards him. On the contrary, her love and longing for Nala swelled and she wandered enquiring about him with the forest trees and beings. Isn’t the love that Damayanti bore for her consort exemplary? Despite the agony of separation from her beloved, solitary confinement and travails that befell her at the forest, she didn’t lash out at Nala!
The tale of Nala and Damayanti – III
Pushkara invited Nala to gamble. Nala acceded to the request. All his well-wishers implored him to refrain from gambling. Nala did not pay heed. He drowned in the game. The ministers, along with the citizens, arrived at the palace to obviate Nala from gambling.
Nala Damayanti – II
King Bhima pronounced the swayamvara of Damayanti. Several gallant kings hastened to attend it. Along with Nala, Indra-Agni-Yama-Varuna assumed the physical appearance of Nala and remained seated in the swayamvara pavilion.
Tale of Nala and Damayanti – I
Nala was an embodiment of all virtues and sacrifice. There was a King by the name Bhima at Vidarbha. He was childless. Once, the sage ‘Damana’ accepted the respectful hospitality of the King and stated that the royal couple would be blessed with a precious daughter and three sons. Eventually, they begot a daughter and three sons named Damayanti, Dama, Daanta and Damana respectively.