Baladewa

Alternative names: Jaladara, Kakrasana, Karsana, Kusuma_Walikita, Curiganata

Terms of address: Prabu

Type: Human

Origin: India

Description in the Javanese wayang retellings: Although commonly said to be Kresna's brother, some sources have him recorded as a son of [Dewani], adopted by Rohini. He was known as Kakrasana in his youth. He commanded a defense against Kangsa, who attacked his kingdom. He was tasked by the Gods to defeat Arya Yuda_Kothi, who has been attacking the heavens. After accomplishing this mission, he was granted several gifts and given the name Baladewa. He then became known as Wasi Jaladara when he became a hermit at Grojogansewu. He lived a long life and was the caretaker of [Parikesit]. He was an incarnation of Dewa Basuki.

Notes on the Indian retellings: Known as Balarama, he is the elder brother of Krishna. He is also believed to be the reincarnation of Adisesha (the Snake who functions as a bed for Lord Vishnu to rest on). He is known to have taught Bhima and Duryodhana the art of fighting with the mace. He is often depicted carrying a plough.

Family relationships


Mother: Rohini

Father: Basudewa

Siblings: Kresna

Consorts: Erawati

Offspring: Wisata, Wilmuka

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More information


Lived in: Mandaraka

Amulets and hierlooms: Alugora, Nanggala, Puspadenta

Wanda: Kilat, Bangbang wetan, Geger, Kaget, Sembada, Paripeksa, Rayung

Sources


Hardjowirogo, 1948. Sejarah Wayang Purwa. Balai Pustaka, Jakarta, pp. 136-137
Purwadi, 2013. Mengenal Gambar Tokoh Wayang Purwa dan Keterangannya. Cendrawasih, Surakarta, p. 35.
Sudibyoprono, R.R., Suwandono, Dhanisworo, Mujiyono, 1991. Ensiklopedi Wayang Purwa. Balai Pustaka, Jakarta, pp. 76-77; 259-261.

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