Sovereign Emperor of the Ushinaras & Pinnacle of Compassion and Sharanagati• Granth: Mahabharata
King Shibi
राजा शिबि
The king who weighed his own flesh against a dove seeking his protection, demonstrating that protecting a creature who seeks refuge is greater than one's own life.
Known Epithets & Aliases
Shibi ChakravartiKing of the Ushinaras
Significance & Lore
King Shibi proved that an emperor's first duty is the absolute protection of the weak and helpless seeking sanctuary.
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Key Attributes & Weapons
- ✦Sacrifice of Own Flesh for Dove
- ✦Trial of Indra and Agni
- ✦Sharanagati Protector
- ✦Ideal Just Monarch
Canonical Reference
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