After Bhima slew the monstrous Bakasura, peace returned to Ekachakra. The Pandavas still lived in disguise, away from Duryodhana and his spies.
One evening, Veda Vyasa arrived to meet them. He praised Bhima for slaying Bakasura and protecting Ekachakra’s people.
Later, Vyasa warned them to leave soon, as their identity might be revealed if they stayed longer. He advised the Pandavas to go to Panchala, where King Drupada had arranged the swayamvara of his daughter Draupadi, born of fire, radiant and unparalleled in beauty. Princes and warriors from Aryavarta were to gather there to seek her hand. Vyasa instructed them to travel in the disguise of Brahmanas.
He revealed that the events after the swayamvara would mark the beginning of a long and difficult path, where they would sacrifice many along with countless warriors.
Seeing Kunti worried, Vyasa assured her that her children were protected by the gods and Krishna would guide them.
Soon, Vyasa departed, and with his departure began the Pandavas’ journey to Panchala.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
After Bhima slew the monstrous Bakasura, peace returned to Ekachakra. The Pandavas still lived in disguise, away from Duryodhana and his spies.One evening, Veda Vyasa arrived to meet them. He praised Bhima for slaying Bakasura and protecting Ekachakra’s people.Later, Vyasa warned them to leave soon, as their identity might be revealed if they stayed longer. … <\/p>\n