Kṛpa: A Neglected Brahmin Warrior
A Neglected Brahmin Warrior
Kṛpa: A Neglected Brahmin Warrior
A Neglected Brahmin Warrior
Author(s): Frank KöhlerSubject(s): Customs / Folklore, Social history, Cultural Anthropology / Ethnology
Published by: KSIĘGARNIA AKADEMICKA Sp. z o.o.
Keywords: Kṛpa; Droṇa; Mahābhārata; violence;
Summary/Abstract: In a recent study (Pontillo 2016) it has been argued that the Mahābhārata contains traces of a heterodox culture, the Vrātya-culture, and these emerge most clearly in connection with Bhīṣma and Droṇa. In this arti- cle it will be strongly suggested that any analysis of these two epic characters should take Kṛpa into account as well, since he has many features in common with them, especially with Droṇa. Furthermore, after a briefly outlined pro- posal to explain these commonalities, the function of the narrative character of Kṛpa will be examined.
Journal: Cracow Indological Studies
- Issue Year: 26/2024
- Issue No: 2
- Page Range: 99-117
- Page Count: 19
- Language: English
