Bhīma
Sign in to saveBhima (, ), also known as Bhimasena (, ), is a hero and one of the most prominent characters in the Hindu epic Mahabharata. As the second of the five Pandava brothers, Bhima was born to Kunti—the wife of King Pandu—fathered by Vayu, the wind god, which bestowed upon him superhuman strength from birth. His rivalry with the Kauravas, especially Duryodhana, defined much of his life, with this tension ultimately erupting in the Kurukshetra War, where Bhima killed all hundred Kaurava brothers.
Key facts
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- Personal Information
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- Vintage Bhim oleograph litho Ravi Varma Press B.jpg
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- An oleograph of Bhima by Ravi Varma Press
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- Pandavas
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- Parents Brothers (Kunti) Half-Brothers (Madri)
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- Sons
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21 sectionsContents
- Etymology and epithets
- Literary background
- Biography
- Birth and early life
- Hiding and encounters with Rakshasas
- Marriages and children
- Conquest for Rajasuya
- Game of Dice and vows to slay the Kauravas
- Exile and Life in the Forest
- Incognito life in Virata's kingdom
- The Kurukshetra War
- Bhishma Parva (1st - 11th days)
- Drona Parva (12th - 15th days)
- Karna Parva (16th-17th days)
- Shalya Parva (18th day)
- Later years and death
- Outside Indian subcontinent
- Indonesia
- Wayang story
- References
- External links
Bhima (, ), also known as Bhimasena (, ), is a hero and one of the most prominent characters in the Hindu epic Mahabharata. As the second of the five Pandava brothers, Bhima was born to Kunti—the wife of King Pandu—fathered by Vayu, the wind god, which bestowed upon him superhuman strength from birth. His rivalry with the Kauravas, especially Duryodhana, defined much of his life, with this tension ultimately erupting in the Kurukshetra War, where Bhima killed all hundred Kaurava brothers.
Bhima's life was filled with extraordinary episodes that showcased his strength and bravery. From childhood, where he was poisoned, to his victories over formidable foes like Bakasura, Hidimba, and Jarasandha, Bhima's adventures are integral to the Mahabharata’s storyline. His raw, earthy nature is reflected in the brutal slaying of his enemies, his immense appetite and his marriage with Hidimbi, a rakshasi (a demoness), who bore him a son, Ghatotkacha, a powerful warrior who would later play a significant role in the Kurukshetra War.