66: Arjuna and the Curse - The Story of the Punishment That Became Perfect Protection

During the years of exile Arjuna traveled to the heavenly realm of his father Indra.The celestial dancer Urvashi fell in love with him.She came to him and said so.Arjuna bowed his head and called her a mother figure — an ancestor of his lineage.He meant it with complete respect.Urvashi did not receive it that way.She cursed him to become a eunuch — to live among women, dancing and singing, for the rest of his life.Arjuna went to Indra and told him everything.Indra listened. Then said something Arjuna did not expect."You have defeated even the greatest sages by your patience and self-control today. This curse will be your greatest protection."New story every day.Follow so you never miss one.