In Hindu mythology, a
ruler of the lunar dynasty who serves as a metaphor for someone who suffers
from self-pride.
Nahusha ascends to the throne of Indra, the gods' monarch,
who has gone into hiding due to a heinous conduct, by gathering religious
virtues.
Indra's wife, Indrani, is the object of Nahusha's passion.
Despite the apparent impropriety of approaching another
man's wife and a mortal putting a claim on a goddess, he attempts to act on it.
In a palanquin, Nahusha travels to Indrani's palace.
He lashes the palanquin bearers in frustration, yelling
"Sarpa, sarpa!" ("Move! Move!").
Unfortunately for Nahusha, Agastya, the guru, is one of the
carriers.
Agastya curses Nahusha to become a snake because of his
desire and rudeness (sarpa).
After many years as a snake, Nahusha is freed from the curse
when he sees the Pandava brothers.
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