This passage is a summary of events and dialogues from a story. It begins with the birth of Yudhishthir, the son of Pandu and Kunti, and the naming of the child. It also mentions the birth of Bheem, who is known for his strength. Additionally, it briefly mentions Gandhari giving birth to Duryodhan and hints at future births in the lineage. The passage touches on themes of destiny, lineage, and the characters' roles in the story.
Sure, here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Sage Kindam blessed Kunti and Madri with sons.
2. Sage Kindam's story is crucial in the epic.
3. The queens, Kunti and Madri, were happy to receive the blessings.
4. Pandu was called back to Hastinapur from the hermitage.
5. Pandu accidentally killed Sage Kindam with an arrow.
6. Pandu decided to renounce the world and do penance.
7. Kunti and Madri chose to accompany Pandu in his penance.
8. Gandhari expressed concern about Pandu's departure.
9. Dhritirashtra became the king of Hastinapur in Pandu's absence.
10. Pandu was cursed to live and die childless.
11. Kunti possessed a spell to summon Gods.
12. Yudhishthir was born to Kunti and Pandu.
13. Grandsire Bhishma congratulated Pandu on the birth of his son.
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