The fall of Nahusha and the restoration of Indra
Shalya continued his grave narration, describing the hardships Indra endured—hardships that arose paradoxically from deeds once praised as righteous. He recalled how Nahusha, swollen with newly acquired power, summoned the sages and sharply questioned them. He asked whether it was just that Brihaspati should protect Sachi against his declared will. The sages counselled restraint, warning…
