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EPISODE · Jun 6, 2026 · 7 MIN

Shivaji Maharaj and Jijabai: The Mother Who Shaped Swarajya

from Shivaji Maharaj: The Warrior King Who Changed Indian History — Fexingo History · host Fexingo

In this episode of Fexingo History, Lucas and Luna explore the profound influence of Jijabai on her son Shivaji Maharaj. More than just a mother, Jijabai was a political strategist and spiritual guide who instilled in young Shivaji the values of Hindavi Swarajya. We trace her life from her childhood in Sindkhed Raja, her marriage to Shahaji Bhonsle, and her lonely years in Pune after Shahaji's imprisonment. Through Janardan Swami's spiritual mentorship and the stories she told Shivaji from the Ramayana and Mahabharata, Jijabai shaped a rebel king. We also discuss her death in 1674, just days after Shivaji's coronation at Raigad, and the legend of her statue's tears. This episode sheds light on one of the most overlooked but crucial figures in Maratha history. #Jijabai #ShivajiMaharaj #MarathaHistory #HindaviSwarajya #Raigad #SindkhedRaja #ShahajiBhonsle #JanardanSwami #Pune #Mavala #Chhatrapati #IndianHistory #WarriorQueen #MotherOfEmpire #History #FexingoHistory #SouthAsia #Podcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

In this episode of Fexingo History, Lucas and Luna explore the profound influence of Jijabai on her son Shivaji Maharaj. More than just a mother, Jijabai was a political strategist and spiritual guide who instilled in young Shivaji the values of Hindavi Swarajya. We trace her life from her childhood in Sindkhed Raja, her marriage to Shahaji Bhonsle, and her lonely years in Pune after Shahaji's imprisonment. Through Janardan Swami's spiritual mentorship and the stories she told Shivaji from the Ramayana and Mahabharata, Jijabai shaped a rebel king. We also discuss her death in 1674, just days after Shivaji's coronation at Raigad, and the legend of her statue's tears. This episode sheds light on one of the most overlooked but crucial figures in Maratha history. #Jijabai #ShivajiMaharaj #MarathaHistory #HindaviSwarajya #Raigad #SindkhedRaja #ShahajiBhonsle #JanardanSwami #Pune #Mavala #Chhatrapati #IndianHistory #WarriorQueen #MotherOfEmpire #History #FexingoHistory #SouthAsia #Podcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo

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