MythQuest 11: Mahabali: The Generous Asura

Anu Kumar

This is the story of Mahabali, the benevolent king and generous asura whose righteous ways won him the love of his subjects and the blessings of the gods. 'Do not weep. I made Vamana a promise and I am duty bound to keep my word...' Although he was an asura, he was much-loved by warriors, men, asuras and evn the gods could find little fault with him. Grandson of the great Prahlada, Mahabali was one of the most generous kings to have walked the earth. He was brave and powerful and used his boons and riches wisely for the betterment of his kingdom and its people with minimum bloodshed. A visionary, a warrior and a man of letters, Bali was admired and worshipped in all corners of the world. Read about his magnificent sacrifices and his great kindness to all...