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Subhadra

Krishna's half-sister, Arjuna's wife, and mother of Abhimanyu. She forms a crucial link between the Yadavas and Pandavas.

First appears in Adi Parva (Canto 1)

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Parva Appearances

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Understanding this Character

Parva refers to a book or section of the Mahabharata. The epic consists of 18 main Parvas, each covering major portions of the story. Characters often appear across multiple Parvas as the narrative progresses.

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Subhadra
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Understanding Relationships

The Mahabharata features complex family trees with both divine and mortal lineages. Many characters have divine parentage (gods fathering children) through the practice of niyoga or divine boons. Click on any character to explore their full profile and connections.

Lesser-Known Facts

  • She is considered an incarnation of Yogamaya.
  • Her marriage to Arjuna was orchestrated by Krishna.