Savitri and Satyavan
Vrata katha
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Savitri chose to marry Satyavan although she was warned that he was destined to live only a short time.
When the appointed day came, Yama, the lord of death, arrived to take Satyavan. Savitri followed Yama and spoke with him wisely and respectfully along the way, until he granted her boons and finally returned her husband's life.
The story is told in the Mahabharata and is recalled in vows observed by married women in some regions.
This is a short retelling. Versions and the vows connected with them differ between regions and families.
What it teaches
Devotion, courage and wise speech.
Source: Short retelling of a widely known story; check your tradition's own text.
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