Watching a quiz show in a T.V. channel recently, made me realise how far the new generation is from the epics and folklore of our country. Now – a-days even a child as young as seven or eight year old, knows about Harry Potter while even the teens find it difficult to name the characters from Mahabharata – the greatest Indian epic. Gone are the days when our grandmothers use to entertain us through fabulous stories. Those stories were treasure boxes that gifted the children with the power of imagination, insight into our rich culture and heritage and above all values for a lifetime. This is very true in the case of Mahabharata. It is said that there is no plot that is untouched in this great epic and that makes it relevant in this modern era too.
The epic saga of Mahabharata has attracted me for many fascinating reasons. I love the characters, morals, adventures, fiction, knowledge and wisdom shared by the innumerable stories of Mahabharata. It is one of the two Indian epics that narrates the importance of morals and values in life. It is a rich source of ethics and life lessons.
- Perform your duty
Lord Krishna taught that one should perform his duties without fail. One should perform only his duties and should not worry about its results. He will be rewarded at the right time. - Fight for your rights
Pandavas teach that one should know their rights and privileges and one should fight for getting them. - Always support good
Krishna’s stories guide one to support good causes. - Focus Leads to Success
One famous story of the Mahabharata is about the young Arjuna which teaches that one should keep his focus unaltered to attain success. - If there is a will, There is a way
The story of ekalavya teaches that if we are determined, we can achieve success. Nothing can stop a determined person from achieving his goal. - Pride Leads to Failure
The story of the Kauravas teaches that one should remain gentle and humble in all situations. Pride will always lead to failure. - Avoid Bad Friends
The great Karna teaches that one should avoid bad company. It will surely lead to misery. - Think Before You Speak
The act of Draupadi taught that one should keep a watch over their words. You cannot revoke the spoken words. So you have to think twice before uttering any comments. - Revenge Leads to Disaster
The story of Draupadi is a great example of this. We should learn to forget and forgive. - Half Knowledge is Dangerous
The story of Abhimanyu and the Chakravyuh teaches that one should learn anything completely. Half knowledge is always dangerous.
Nisha Rajesh
Secondary Coordinator
