Story 1. Mahabharata - Unraveling the Mythical Tale of Tara & Chandra's Son
Blog by Kalpesh Arun Patil
1. Message
As we
slowly enter into Mahabharata we should know the stories before Mahabharata
plus the Re-incarnation of several characters. I will bring a deep insight to
all this.
2. Introduction
Hindu
mythology is replete with epic tales that have captivated generations. Among
these, the Mahabharata holds special significance as one of the most profound
and expansive narratives. Before the events of the Mahabharata took place,
numerous fascinating characters and stories existed, shaping the course of
events to follow. In this article, we will delve into the lesser-known tale of
Tara and Chandra's Son, exploring their origins, adventures, and the impact
they had on the great Indian epic.
3. Tara - The Enchanting Wife of
Bhrihaspati ( Jupiter )( Lord of Sacred Speech )
Unveiling Tara's Lineage and
Background
Tara,
truly one of the most enchanting characters in Hindu mythology, was the Mother
of Mercy and Compassion. She is the source, the female aspect of the universe,
which gives birth to warmth, compassion and relief from bad karma as
experienced by ordinary beings in cyclic existence. Born of noble lineage, her
grace and beauty were renowned throughout the land. Tara was blessed with
wisdom, charm, and an unwavering spirit, making her a beloved figure.
4. Tara's Fateful Encounter with
Chandra, the Moon God
The Devas have to at regular intervals defeat their eternal enemies, the Asuras, who live under the earth. Their victory depends on the power of yagna. Brihaspati god of the planet Jupiter performs the yagna for the Devas. For the ritual to be successful, Brihaspati needs his wife, Tara, Goddess of the stars, to sit by his side.
But one
day, Tara left Brihaspati’s side and eloped with the moon-god, Chandra. Tara
has grown tired of her analytical husband, who was more interested in ritual
than her. She had fallen in love with the passionate Chandra who adored her.
5. Controversy and Conflict Surrounding Tara's Union with Chandra
Bring my wife back if you want the yagna to succeed, said Brihaspati to Indra, King of the Devas.
The
Devas were divided, should they force Tara to return to her husband, who saw
her merely as an instrument of ritual or should she be allowed to stay with her
lover, who made her feel alive? After much debate, pragmatism prevailed. The
yagna of the Devas was more important than the happiness of Tara, without the
power of yagna; the Devas would be unable to shower the earth with light and
rain. Without yagna, there would be darkness and drought on earth. No Tara had
to return to Brihaspati. This was Indra’s final decision.
6. Chandra's Son - The Early Years
The
Birth of Chandra's Son and His Unique Characteristics
Tara
returned reluctantly. When she came it was clear she has a child in her womb,
Both Chandra and Brihaspati claimed to be the father. Tara remained silent,
stubbornly refusing to give out the identity of the man who had made her
pregnant. Then to everyone’s astonishment, the unborn child cried out, tell me
mother, of which seed am I fruit? I deserve to know.
7. Brihaspati’s Anger and the Curse
Hearing this Brihaspati lost control over his dispassionate disposition and lashed out in rage, May this love child of my unfaithful wife be neuter gender, neither male nor female.
The gods were horrified by this cruel curse. Indra intervened in his capacity as king. The child you cursed, Brihaspati will henceforth be known as your son, not Chandra’s. It does not matter who sowed the seed in the field, what matters more is who the master of the field is. As Tara’s lawfully wedded husband, you are the master, the father of all of her children, those born after marriage or before, by you or by anyone else.
So it
came to pass, Tara gave birth to BUDH, lord of planet MERCURY, a shape shifting
luminal being neither male nor female. Biologically he descended from the
emotional Chandra but as per Indra’s decree, he was raised in the house of the
logical Brihaspati.
8. Chandra's Son and His Relevance to the Mahabharata
The Pivotal Role of Chandra's Son in Shaping the Course of Events
Since that day law took precedence over natural phenomena in heaven and on earth, fatherhood was defined by marriage. This is why Janamejaya’s great grandfather, Arjuna would be called a son of Pandu even though Pandu was incapable of fathering children.
9. Summary
In
conclusion, the mythical tale of Tara and Chandra's son unveils a captivating
saga that has largely remained in the shadows of Hindu mythology. From the
enchanting Queen of SKY to the prodigious adventures of Chandra's son, their
stories interweave with the broader tapestry of Hindu epics. Their significance
in shaping the events leading up to the Mahabharata cannot be understated, as
they offer unique insights into the deep foundations upon which the epic rests.
10. Next BLOG
Wife
for BUDH
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