Read on TwitterThere is this notion that Arjuna was very vain/egoistic/proud/was not nearly as good as he thought he was, was not a very pleasant person etc. etc.
Before we get to what Arjun thinks of himself, here is what everyone else in the story thinks of him:
#Mahabharat
Arjuna’s birth is one of the most celebrated births in the entire story. His birth in itself is steeped in glory with devas and Rishis and gods coming to witness the event. He is a prophecy born child - the harbinger of happiness and glory.
Drona describes him as more beloved than his own son, and someone skilled in use of all kinds of weapons.
A Gandharva he meets randomly (and even more promptly defeats in a skirmish) gifts him with divine horses and asks for eternal friendship.
Drupada met him once and was so shook that he decided his daughter would wed only him.
Draupadi was happier than Jon Snow getting dragons to kill white walkers while marrying him.
Arjuna was beloved to the people of Dwaraka.
“Who will not want Arjuna? In all the worlds with their Indra’s and their Rudras, I do not see anyone equal to Partha in valour.”
The illustrious Krishna states, claiming presidency of the Arjuna Fan club.
The illustrious Krishna states, claiming presidency of the Arjuna Fan club.
Strange disembodied voice claims his undying awesomeness, and calls Krishna and Arjun gods famous in heaven, worthy of worship, adoration etc etc.
#Mahabharat
#Mahabharat
Krishna easily retains his presidency of the Arjuna fan club and asks a boon from Indra that he shall eternally love Arjuna, in front of Arjuna, a boon Indra is pretty delighted to grant.
Arjun is probably regretting asking for weapons over this dramatic display tho. XD
Arjun is probably regretting asking for weapons over this dramatic display tho. XD
Arjuna saves Maya’s life from Krishna. Krishna promptly spares him for Maya is now in Arjun’s protection.
Then Maya requests Arjuna ask him a gift in return for his life debt for which Arjun asks him to do something for Krishna instead.
Then Maya requests Arjuna ask him a gift in return for his life debt for which Arjun asks him to do something for Krishna instead.
Bhagadatta is very impressed by Arjuna, and promises to attend Yudhistir’s Rajasuya with tribute for his sake.
Arjuna also respects the lands in which he is forbidden entry and makes friends where he can.
Arjuna also respects the lands in which he is forbidden entry and makes friends where he can.
When Krishna loses it over what happened to the Pandavas, Arjuna alone is able to calm him down
“You are mine and I am yours. All that is mine is yours too. He who hates/loves you, hates/loves me. No one can know any difference that exists between us.” Krishna says
#Mahabharat
“You are mine and I am yours. All that is mine is yours too. He who hates/loves you, hates/loves me. No one can know any difference that exists between us.” Krishna says
#Mahabharat
“He is the ancient, eternal and everlasting God who is Narayana’s companion and a part of Vishnu”
- Vyasa on Arjuna.
- Vyasa on Arjuna.
“If your sojourn proves to be a long one, we will find no satisfaction in our minds, in our comforts or even our lives.”
The Empress Draupadi claims vice-presidency of the Arjuna fan club.
Henceforth its a tight race between Krishna and Krishnaa. XD
#Mahabhart
The Empress Draupadi claims vice-presidency of the Arjuna fan club.
Henceforth its a tight race between Krishna and Krishnaa. XD
#Mahabhart
Mahadev on Arjuna.
“There is no kshatriya equal to you in valour and endurance.”
He says, and pleased with Arjuna gives him the Pashupata.
(Arjun had to almost kill himself fighting the God to do this. It is well earnt and well-deserved.)
“There is no kshatriya equal to you in valour and endurance.”
He says, and pleased with Arjuna gives him the Pashupata.
(Arjun had to almost kill himself fighting the God to do this. It is well earnt and well-deserved.)
Dhritarashtra on Arjuna.
“There will only be peace when they are killed, or when Phalguna is,but no one can kill him”
Granted he says this about Bheem often too, and he’s notorious for being an unreliable narrator. Neverthless, this is one thing he repeats several times.
“There will only be peace when they are killed, or when Phalguna is,but no one can kill him”
Granted he says this about Bheem often too, and he’s notorious for being an unreliable narrator. Neverthless, this is one thing he repeats several times.
Bheem on Arjuna.
We should all aim for the Draupadi level energy where she calls Arjuna the best of the Pandavas to the other Pandavas.
In other news - everyone misses Arjuna. Especially Empress Krishnaa.
In other news - everyone misses Arjuna. Especially Empress Krishnaa.
In heaven, Arjun makes friends with all the Gods, endears himself to Chitrasen, and everyone else.
This goes on for a while.
This goes on for a while.
Draupadi on Arjuna.
Honestly - she’s winning the race against Krishna himself.
Honestly - she’s winning the race against Krishna himself.
Kubera on Arjuna.
Dhritarashtra on Arjuna.
Draupadi on Arjuna.
Mahadeva refuses to grant a boon capable of destroying Arjuna.
Yudhisthira on Arjuna.
Meanwhile, our chivalrous hero is quite happy to call himself Draupadi’s attendant.
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Virata describes Arjuna as beautiful with all endowments, and promptly decides that he deserves the entire earth.
Arjuna however is content with a nine to five day job.
In other news - Virata’s application to the Arjuna Support Group has been speedily approved by Krishna.
Arjuna however is content with a nine to five day job.
In other news - Virata’s application to the Arjuna Support Group has been speedily approved by Krishna.
Draupadi on Arjuna.
