The hunter's discourse on dharma and karma in chapter 497 directly continues into chapter 498, where he further discourses on dharma and adharma, as the brahmana rishi's engagement sets up the continuation of the dialogue.
Aranyaka Parva
Can a low-born hunter teach true dharma to a learned brahmana and a king?
A brahmana, despairing over his inability to control his senses, seeks wisdom from a hunter who lives by selling meat. The hunter delivers an extensive discourse on dharma, the five elements, sense control, the three gunas, and the nature of the body, revealing that true dharma lies in righteous conduct and service to parents. The brahmana is enlightened and departs, and Yudhishthira, hearing the tale from Markandeya, asks for more wisdom.
14 stories · 0 pivotal · Chapters 498–503
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