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Pashupatastra
Shiva's supreme astra, granted to Arjuna in exile.
AstrasMahabharataMahabharataPasupatastraPashupata astra
Description
During the forest exile Arjuna wins the Pashupatastra from Shiva after a hard trial. The gift marks the height of his divine arsenal; the epic stresses its danger and the need for restraint.
Owners
Origin
- Shiva
origin, supreme astra of Shiva, granted to Arjuna
Powers
- Said to be capable of destroying creation if misused
Scriptural references
- Mahabharata · Vana Parva
Notable uses
- Received during Arjuna's exile austerities
Counters
- Restraint, not to be used lightly
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