Yudhishthira
The eldest Pandava brother, known for his righteousness and adherence to dharma.
Core Belief
"Truth and virtue are the highest ideals, and one must always adhere to dharma, even in the face of adversity."
Worldview
Yudhishthira believes in a world governed by dharma and karma, where actions have consequences and ultimate justice prevails.
Personality
Yudhishthira is depicted as being highly virtuous, patient, and devoted to truth. However, he is also prone to gambling and at times appears indecisive.
In Their Own Words
"I will never depart from my duty."
"The wisdom of this work, like unto an instrument of applying collyrium, hath opened the eyes of the inquisitive world blinded by the darkness of ignorance."
"This section, the body of the Bharata, is truth and nectar. As butter is in curd, Brahmana among bipeds, the Aranyaka among the Vedas, and nectar among medicines; as the sea is eminent among receptacles of water, and the cow among quadrupeds; as are these (among the things mentioned) so is the Bharata said to be among histories."
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Other Characters from The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, Volume 1: Books 1, 2 and 3
Bhimasena
The second Pandava brother, renowned for his immense strength and prowess in battle.
Arjuna
The third Pandava brother, the foremost archer and warrior, known for his devotion to Krishna and his skill in arms.
Draupadi
The wife of the five Pandava brothers, known for her beauty, intelligence, and strong will.
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