Friday 23 February 2024

title The Legend of the Horse-Snake - A Mythological Tale

   In Indra's ancient world, where rivers sang old 

songs and the sun kissed earth, lived the mythical Horse-Snake. The Horse-Snake was said to be a magnificent creature that was half horse, half snake. Its body shone as brightly as the moonlit Ganga waters. Horse-snakes are believed to live in the deepest forest, hidden from sight. The presence of the horse-snake was said to bring both blessings as well as curses. It was a mysterious creature with great power. Others whispered it could grant wishes to those who sought it's grace. While others feared the calamity and wrath it would bring on the land. Arjun, a young Prince, set out one day to find the Horse-Snake. He'd heard of its wonders and wanted to witness it for himself. Arjuna, armed only with his courage and determination set off into the forest to find the creature.

As he moved deeper into the woods, the trees became

taller and darker. Arjun pressed on, driven by the burning desire within him. After many days of travel, Arjun finally reached a clearing that was bathed with golden sunlight. There, in front of him, stood The Horse-Snake. The creature was more majestic than the tales described. His smooth, muscular body looked like a horse. His matted hair was flowing like a silver stream. The snake-like tail of the fox was wrapped around its body and glowed in the sunlight like a precious gemstone. Arjun approached with reverence the horse-serpent and bowed to him. In a voice filled with awe and reverence, he said: "Great Being," I have come to ask for your wisdom and guidance. Will you give me your grace? Horse-Snake's eyes seemed to be looking into his soul. "Why do you seek me, young prince?" It asked with a voice that sounded like leaves rustling in the wind.

  Arjuna responded, "I want to know the mysteries


of the universe and I am interested in learning more about it." I want to know the way of the universe, and where I fit in it.Horse-Snake bowed, as though pleased with the answer. She replied, "Very good, young prince, I will grant your request." Be careful though, knowing the truth comes with a cost. "Are you willing to pay for it?" Arjuna hesitated because he was aware that the creature had spoken the truth. It is difficult to gain knowledge, and the pursuit of it can be dangerous. The fire of curiosity was burning brightly in him, and he couldn't look back.He said, with a firm voice, "I will pay whatever the cost." The Ashwa Naga began to impart his knowledge to Arjuna and revealed to him the secrets to earth and heaven. They learned about the cycles between life and death and how to maintain the balance of light and dark. It revealed to him the beauty and suffering of the world.

   Arjuna continued to learn from the horse-snake as 

days turned into weeks, and then months. He absorbed his teachings with a sponge. As he learned more, he changed, and began to see the world through new eyes. He realized the interconnectedness between all living things and the web of life. Arjuna's time to return to his kingdom and leave the horse-serpent had come. He promised to always remember the teachings of this creature and thanked it for its wisdom. As he leaves, he realizes that the encounter with the mythical snake-horse has changed him forever. The horse-snake story was passed on through the generations, a tale of wisdom and wonder. Although the horse-snake had long vanished, its spirit was still present, reminding us of the hidden mysteries in our world. Do you have any specific changes or additions to make to this article?



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