Parikshit facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Parikshit |
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| King of Kuru Kingdom | |
Sage Shuka and King Parikshit
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| Predecessor | Arjuna (Grandfather), Yudhishthira (Grand uncle) |
| Successor | Janamejaya (son) |
| Spouse | Madravti or Iravati |
| Issue | Janamejaya Bhimasena Srutasena Ugrasena |
| Father | Abhimanyu |
| Mother | Uttarā |
Parikshit was a very important king in ancient India. He ruled the Kuru Kingdom a long, long time ago, between the 12th and 9th centuries BCE. He was the grandson of the famous hero Arjuna and the successor to his grand uncle, King Yudhishthira. Both Arjuna and Yudhishthira were key figures in the epic story of the Mahabharata.
Parikshit became king of Hastinapur after Yudhishthira. He played a big part in making the Kuru kingdom strong and powerful. During his rule, the Kuru kingdom became a leading center for politics and culture in northern Iron Age India.
A Powerful King
King Parikshit, along with his son Janamejaya, helped to unite and strengthen the Kuru kingdom. They worked to bring different parts of the kingdom together. This made the Kuru state a very important place.
During his time, ancient Vedic hymns (sacred songs and prayers) were organized into collections. This was a big step in preserving ancient knowledge. He also supported the development of special religious ceremonies called srauta rituals. These rituals were a key part of the religious practices of the time.
Family and Legacy
Parikshit was the son of Abhimanyu and Uttarā. His father, Abhimanyu, was a brave warrior and the son of Arjuna. This made Parikshit a direct descendant of the famous Pandavas.
Parikshit's son, Janamejaya, followed him as king. Janamejaya continued his father's work in strengthening the Kuru kingdom. The stories of King Parikshit are found in ancient texts like the Mahabharata and the Puranas. These texts tell us about his life and his importance in ancient Indian history.
Images for kids
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Parikesit in the Javanese wayang kulit shadow theatre
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King Parikshit hunting
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Parikshit was crowned by Yudhisthira
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Sage Shukdeva narrating the story of Krishna to Parikshit.
See also
In Spanish: Pariksit para niños
