Why did Ashwathama survive the war?

Krishna intervened and revived the stillborn baby, and Ashwatthama was made to give up his source of power – the gemstone in the middle of his forehead. Due to his immortality, he was cursed to live forever till the end of time with the gaping wound on his forehead.

Why was Ashwatthama against Pandavas?

After learning of the deceptive way his father was killed, Ashwatthama becomes filled with wrath and invokes the celestial weapon called the Narayanastra, against the Pandavas.

Why did vidura not participate in war?

Both Pandavas and Kauravas were his relative so he decided not to take part in the war . He had a bow given by lord Vishnu that could have destroyed Pandavas army and he knew that if he took part in war he would definitely need to choose Kauravas side so he decided not to take part in war .

Who defeated Ashwathama in Mahabharata?

Bhimasena and Ashwathama meet several times during the 18 day war in the Mahabharata. Bhima ends up with an upper hand every time in those duels.

Is Ashwathama still alive today?

Yes, Ashwathama is very much alive.

Who was Ashwathama in previous birth?

Acharya Drona, meditated for Lord Shiva to please him and asked for a wish for his son that will be born to be an avatar of Lord Shiva. Later, Lord Shiva was born as Ashwatthama to Acharya Drona.

Who is Ashwatthama or Ashwathama?

Ashwathama or Ashwatthama is the son of Dronacharya and Kripi (sister of Kripacharya). He along with his father fought on the side of Kauravas. Since he was born Chiranjivi, it is virtually impossible for anyone to kill or defeat him.

What was the punishment given to Ashwatthama?

As a punishment, Ashwatthama was asked to surrender the gem on his forehead. Krishna then cursed Ashwatthama for 3000 years that he will roam in the forests with blood and puss oozing out of his injuries and cry for death. Since he had no fear of death during the war, death would not meet him.

What is the story of Ashwathama and Dronacharya?

Ashwathama was trained along with them. On the 10th day of the war, when Bhishma falls, Drona is appointed as the supreme commander of the Kaurava army. Krishna knew that it is impossible to defeat armed Dronacharya. So he makes a plan to defeat him by convincing him that his son, Ashwathama was killed on the battlefield.

What is the curse that Lord Krishna cursed Ashwathama?

Krishna cursed Ashwathama that for 3000 years he will roam in the forests with blood and puss oozing out of his injuries and cry for death. It is believed that he is still roaming on earth in and around the Narmada river in India.