So, this section focused mostly on the stories of how Krishna got his wives. He actually kidnapped his first wife from her wedding. Apparently, do that is called Rakshasa Vivaha. Although, she had asked him to do it, I don't know that it really fits with the kind of character Krishna is said to be. However, there are definitely some ancient Hindu marriage customs that I just really don't understand that well.
Anyways, after he kidnapped her, her brother, Rukmi, came after Krishna to get her back. The fight that ensued, from a bystander's viewpoint, was hilarious. As soon as Rukmi caught up, Krishna shot and kill his chariot driver and both his horses. Then, every time Rukmi pulled out a weapon to retaliate, Krishna broke it with an arrow from his bow. It was like the black knight from Monty Python and the Holy Grail. I was just waiting for Rukmi to tell Krishna that he'd bite off his kneecaps. Finally, after Rukmi was beat, Krishna shaved half of his head, including his mustache, as a punishment.
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| It's just a flesh wound! taken from Monty Python and the Holy Grail - Source |
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