Book Two:  The Assembly

The Pandavas conquer much of the world and Judhishthir's followers want
him to assume the title of "the Ruler of the World".  They hold the 
great horse sacrifice, called the Rajasuya.  Duryodhan and his brother 
become very jealous and become full of anger, envy and greed.  They 
want Judhishthir's wealth and fortune.  With the suggestion of their 
evil uncle Shakuni, they invite the Pandavas to a game of dice.  
Judhishthir feels that he cannot turn down an invitation from the King 
himself and goes to play dice.  Shakuni, who is an expert cheat, beats 
Judhishthir.  He loses everything, his treasures, wealth, and kingdom. 
 Then he starts betting his brothers.  He loses Nakula, Sahadev, Bhim 
and Arjun.  Then he bets himself and loses that also.  He then in a 
final attempt bets Draupadi and loses her.  Dushasan goes into the 
ladies quarters and pulls Draupadi into the main hall by her hair.  He 
then attempts to pull her clothes off.  She prays to Krishana, who 
saves her.  She is about the curse King Dhritarashtra when he becomes 
frightened and gives the Pandavas back all they lost.  As the are about 
to leave, Duryodhan asks them for one last game.  The winner spends 12 
years in exile in the woods and one more year in anonymity where they 
cannot be recongnized.  Shakuni cheats again, and the Pandavas along 
with Draupadi leave the kingdom and go on exile into the woods. 



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