The power of the beast

The lion has been the insignia of kings and generals throughout the world

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Rebel Chandragupta was on the run after a failed attempt to unseat the Nanda king. Chandragupta's mentor, master strategist and kingmaker, Chanakya, had put together the band of mutineers. Protege Chandragupta's flight led him to a dense forest, home to several fierce wild things. Overcome with fatigue, the king-in-waiting fell asleep. As he slept, it is said a lion kept watch over him. Chandragupta was covered in dust and grime, so the lion licked him clean. When Chandragupta woke up and saw the lion, he read it as a good omen. Ever since, the lion has been associated with ...

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The power of the beast