Where was Balram during Mahabharata war?

First of all, you know who was Balram. When Kans killed six sons of Devaki-Vasudeva, Lord Balram appeared in the womb of Devaki.

Why did Balram not participate in Mahabharat?

Besides, as an avatar of Sheshnaag, on whom Lord Vishnu rests, Balaram could not have fought against Krishna. So he decided to go on a pilgrimage while the war carries on. Balrarama was neutral. He did not take part in the war, as he could not make sense of the carnage.

Who was Balram in previous birth?

Balarama
Born	Gokul
Parents	Vasudeva (father) Devaki (mother) Rohini ( surrogate mother)
Siblings	Krishna and Subhadra
Consort	Revati

Who is Balarama in the Mahabharata?

Balarama, who is also known as Balabhadra, is the elder brother of Shri Krishna and husband of Revati. Balarama is a symbol of strength, an obedient son, an ideal brother and husband, an ideal man and a God. He is also known as Nilavastra as he is said to have a fair complexion and clad in a dark blue vest.

When did Balarama first appear in the world?

His image in artwork is dated to around the start of the common era, and in coins dated to the 2nd-century BCE. In Jainism, he is known as Baladeva and has been a historically significant farmer-related deity. Balarama from Mathura, Early Medieval period (8th–13th century CE).

What is the story of Balarama and Krishna?

After the evil king died, Balarama and Krishna went to the ashrama of sage Sandipani at Ujjain for study. He married Revati, the daughter of King Kakudmi. He had 2 sons – Nishatha and Ulmuka. Balarama is the celebrated plougher, one of the pillars of agriculture along with livestock with whom Krishna is associated with.

What is another name for Balarama?

For other uses, see Balarama (disambiguation). Balarama (Sanskrit: बलराम, IAST: Balarāma) is a Hindu god and the elder brother of Krishna. He is particularly significant in the Jagannath tradition, as one of the triad deities. He is also known as Baladeva, Balabhadra, Haladhara, Halayudha, and Sankarshana.