Chapter 7: Divine and demonic descents, creation genealogies, and their births among the principal Mahābhārata figures.
O Brahmin, I wish to hear a full account of those who have been named, those others who have not been mentioned, and the other illustrious kings. (BORI: 1-58-1)
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Blessed one, please tell me fully why these godlike great chariot-warriors were born here on earth. (BORI: 1-58-2)
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We have heard, O king, that this is indeed a secret of the gods. But I shall tell it to you after paying homage to the Self-born One. (BORI: 1-58-3)
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Long ago, after making the earth devoid of Kshatriyas twenty-one times, the son of Jamadagni practiced austerities on the great Mount Mahendra. (BORI: 1-58-4)
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Then, when Bhargava had made the world devoid of Kshatriyas, O king, Kshatriya women seeking to conceive approached the Brahmins. (BORI: 1-58-5)
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The Brahmins, firm in their vows, united with those women during each fertile period, O tiger among men—not out of lust, nor at any other time. (BORI: 1-58-6)
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Those Kshatriya women conceived thousands of children by them. Then, O king, they gave birth to sons and daughters esteemed for their valor, so that the Kshatriya order might flourish again. (BORI: 1-58-7)
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Thus the Kshatriya order, begotten on Kshatriya women by ascetic Brahmins, flourished in righteousness and was endowed with great longevity. At that time all four classes acknowledged the Brahmins as foremost. (BORI: 1-58-8)
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They had intercourse with women during their fertile periods, not out of lust or at other times. Likewise, at that time even creatures born as animals went to their mates only in season, O bull of the Bharatas. (BORI: 1-58-9)
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Then those people flourished through righteousness, O protector of the earth. The men lived for a hundred thousand years, were devoted to the observance of dharma, and were wholly free from mental and physical ailments. (BORI: 1-58-10)
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Then the Kshatriya order once again ruled this earth, bounded by the ocean, traversed throughout by mighty elephants, and covered with mountains, woods, and forests. (BORI: 1-58-11)
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When the Kshatriyas once again ruled this earth according to dharma, the social classes, beginning with the Brahmins, attained supreme joy. (BORI: 1-58-12)
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The kings cast off the faults born of desire and anger and protected their subjects by justly punishing those who deserved punishment. (BORI: 1-58-13)
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Thus, when the warrior order was devoted to righteousness, the thousand-eyed performer of a hundred sacrifices sent down sweet rain in the proper places and at the proper times, nourishing the people. (BORI: 1-58-14)
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At that time, O king, no one died in childhood, nor did anyone know a woman before reaching maturity. (BORI: 1-58-15)
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Thus, O bull of the Bharatas, the earth extending to the ocean was filled with long-lived people. (BORI: 1-58-16)
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The Kshatriyas performed great sacrifices with abundant gifts, and the Brahmins then studied the Vedas, together with their ancillary disciplines and Upanishads. (BORI: 1-58-17)
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At that time, O king, the Brahmins did not sell sacred knowledge, nor did they recite the Vedas in the presence of Shudras. (BORI: 1-58-18)
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Likewise, the Vaishyas here on earth had their fields cultivated by oxen. They did not yoke a cow to the plough, and even when they themselves were emaciated, they kept her alive. (BORI: 1-58-19)
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People did not milk cows so that their calves were left to drink only the froth, nor did merchants then sell their goods using false measures. (BORI: 1-58-20)
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O tiger among men, people devoted to righteousness performed righteous deeds, looking only to righteousness. (BORI: 1-58-21)
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All the social classes were devoted to their own duties, O king. Thus, at that time, O tiger among men, righteousness never declined. (BORI: 1-58-22)
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Cows calved at the proper time, as did women, O best of the Bharatas; trees bore flowers and fruit in their due seasons. (BORI: 1-58-23)
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Thus, O king, while the age of Kṛta was proceeding in perfect order, the entire earth became densely populated with many living beings. (BORI: 1-58-24)
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Then, when the human world had become populous, O bull of Bharata’s line, the Asuras were born into the royal houses, O best of men. (BORI: 1-58-25)
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For at that time the Daityas, repeatedly defeated in battle by the Adityas and deprived of their sovereignty, were born here on earth. (BORI: 1-58-26)
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Desiring divine status here among humans, the proud Asuras were born on earth among creatures of many different kinds, O mighty one. (BORI: 1-58-27)
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among cattle and horses, O king of kings, among donkeys, camels, and buffaloes, among beasts of prey, elephants, and wild animals... (BORI: 1-58-28)
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With those who had been born here and those who were being born, O king, this earth was unable to support herself unaided. (BORI: 1-58-29)
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Then some mighty kings were born here—the sons of Diti and Danu, who had fallen from that world. (BORI: 1-58-30)
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Powerful and arrogant, those destroyers of their foes assumed various forms and roamed this earth, bounded by the ocean. (BORI: 1-58-31)
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They oppressed Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Shudras, and by their might they also afflicted other beings. (BORI: 1-58-32)
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They roamed all over the earth, O king, in hundreds of thousands, terrifying and slaughtering one group of creatures after another. (BORI: 1-58-33)
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Hostile to Brahmins, arrogant in their prowess, and maddened by the force of pride, they harassed great seers in hermitages here and there... (BORI: 1-58-34)
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Thus oppressed by those great Asuras, swollen with pride in their strength and valor, the earth approached Brahmā, O king. (BORI: 1-58-35)
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For neither the wind, O king, nor the serpents nor the mountains could then support the earth, overrun by the Dānavas through force. (BORI: 1-58-36)
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Then, O protector of the earth, the earth, burdened and oppressed by fear, sought refuge with the god who is the grandsire of all beings. (BORI: 1-58-37)
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She saw the imperishable god Brahmā, creator of the worlds, surrounded by illustrious gods, brahmins, and great seers. (BORI: 1-58-38)
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As Gandharvas and Apsarases, joyfully engaged in offering praise, extolled him, she approached and bowed to him. (BORI: 1-58-39)
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Then Earth, seeking refuge, made her plea to him in the presence of all the guardians of the worlds, O Bharata. (BORI: 1-58-40)
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O king, Earth’s concern was already known to that Supreme Spirit, the self-born Parameshthin. (BORI: 1-58-41)
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For why, O descendant of Bharata, should the creator of the universe not fully comprehend the thoughts of the gods, the asuras, and the inhabitants of all the worlds? (BORI: 1-58-42)
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O great king, the mighty Lord of the Earth—the source of all beings, the sovereign Shambhu, Prajapati—said to Earth: (BORI: 1-58-43)
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Earth, for the purpose that has brought you into my presence, I shall appoint all the gods. (BORI: 1-58-44)
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Having said this and dismissed the Earth, O king, the god Brahma, creator of beings, then personally commanded all the gods… (BORI: 1-58-45)
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“To relieve this earth of her burden, be born upon her, each manifesting a portion of himself, to oppose them,” he said. (BORI: 1-58-46)
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Likewise, the Lord assembled all the hosts of Gandharvas and Apsarases and addressed them with these excellent words: “Be born among human beings as you please, each through a portion of yourself.” (BORI: 1-58-47)
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Then Śakra and all the other gods, hearing the divine preceptor’s words, accepted them as true, beneficial, and salutary. (BORI: 1-58-48)
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Then they all, ready to go down to earth in portions of themselves, approached Nārāyaṇa—Vaikuṇṭha, the slayer of foes. (BORI: 1-58-49)
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He who bore the discus and mace, wore yellow garments, and was dark-hued—the lotus-naveled slayer of the gods’ enemies, with broad, lovely, gently curving eyes... (BORI: 1-58-50)
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For the purification of the earth, Indra said to that Supreme Person, “Descend in a partial incarnation.” Hari replied to him, “So be it.” (BORI: 1-58-51)
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The mighty god, lord of the Prajapatis and ruler of the gods, marked with the Shrivatsa, Hrishikesha, worshipped by all the deities… (KUMB: 1-65-53; NILA: 01.064.053)
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Then Indra made an agreement with Narayana to descend from heaven to earth in partial incarnations, together with the gods. (BORI: 1-59-1)
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Having personally given instructions to all the gods, Śakra then departed from Nārāyaṇa’s abode. (BORI: 1-59-2)
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For the destruction of the gods’ enemies and the welfare of all the worlds, those heavenly beings descended in due succession from heaven to this earth. (BORI: 1-59-3)
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Then, O tiger among kings, the gods were born at will in lineages of Brahmarshis and in families of royal sages. (BORI: 1-59-4)
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They repeatedly slew Dānavas, Rākṣasas, Gandharvas, serpents, and other man-eating creatures. (BORI: 1-59-5)
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The Danavas, Rakshasas, Gandharvas, and serpents did not kill them, powerful as they were even in childhood, O best of the Bharatas. (BORI: 1-59-6)
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Of the hosts of gods and Danavas, of Gandharvas and Apsarases, of all human beings, and likewise of Yakshas and Rakshasas... (BORI: 1-59-7)
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I wish to hear, accurately and in full from the beginning, of their origin and that of all living beings, for you are all-knowing in every respect. (BORI: 1-59-8)
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Very well. Having bowed to the Self-born, I shall tell you fully of the origin and dissolution of all beings, beginning with the gods. (BORI: 1-59-9)
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The six great seers known as Brahmā’s mind-born sons were Marīci, Atri, Aṅgiras, Pulastya, Pulaha, and Kratu. (BORI: 1-59-10)
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Marichi’s son was Kashyapa. The thirteen highly blessed daughters of Daksha had these offspring by Kashyapa. (BORI: 1-59-11)
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Aditi, Diti, Danu, Kala, Anayu, Simhika, Muni, Krodha, Prava, Arishta, Vinata, and Kapila... (BORI: 1-59-12)
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Kadrū too, O tiger among men, was a daughter of Daksha, O Bharata. The mighty progeny of all these—their sons and grandsons—was endless. (BORI: 1-59-13)
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From Aditi were born the twelve Ādityas, lords of the world. O king, I shall tell you their names, O Bhārata. (BORI: 1-59-14)
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Dhātṛ, Mitra, Aryaman, Śakra, Varuṇa, and Aṃśa; Bhaga, Vivasvat, Pūṣan, and Savitṛ as the tenth; (BORI: 1-59-15)
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Tvaṣṭṛ is named as the eleventh and Viṣṇu as the twelfth. Though the youngest-born of all the Ādityas, he surpasses them in excellence. (BORI: 1-59-16)
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Diti is said to have had only one son, Hiranyakashipu. These five noble sons of his are renowned by name: (BORI: 1-59-17)
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Prahlada was the eldest of them, Samhlada came next, and Anuhlada was the third; after him came Shibi and Bashkala. (BORI: 1-59-18)
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Prahlada had three sons, renowned everywhere, O Bharata: Virochana, Kumbha, and Nikumbha. (BORI: 1-59-19)
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Virochana had one son, the mighty Bali, and Bali had a renowned son named Bana, a great Asura. (BORI: 1-59-20)
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Danu had forty sons, renowned everywhere, O Bharata. The firstborn among them was the greatly celebrated king Vipracitti. (BORI: 1-59-21)
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Śambara, Namuci, and one renowned as Puloman; Asiloman, Keshin, and the Danava Durjaya. (BORI: 1-59-22)
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Ayaḥśiras, Aśvaśiras, and the mighty Ayaḥśaṅku, as well as Gaganamūrdhan, Vegavān, and one named Ketumān. (BORI: 1-59-23)
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Svarbhanu, Ashva, Ashvapati, Vrishaparvan, and Ajaka; Ashvagriva, Sukshma, and the great Asura Tuhunda... (BORI: 1-59-24)
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Isṛpā, Ekacakra, Virūpākṣa, Hara and Ahara, Nicandra, Nikumbha, Kupatha, and Kāpatha. (BORI: 1-59-25)
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Śarabha and Śalabha, as well as Sūrya and Candramas—thus the renowned Danavas of Danu’s lineage have been enumerated. But the Sun and Moon of the gods are said to be two others. (BORI: 1-59-26)
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In this lineage, O great king, these ten mighty and powerful sons of Danu were renowned as the foremost of the Danavas: (BORI: 1-59-27)
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Ekaksha, the heroic Mritapa, Pralamba and Naraka, Vatapi, Shatrutapana, and Shatha, the great asura; (BORI: 1-59-28)
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and Gavishtha, Danayu, and the Danava Dirghajihva. Their sons and grandsons are said to be innumerable, O Bharata. (BORI: 1-59-29)
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Siṃhikā bore Rāhu, the tormentor of the moon and sun, as well as Sucandra, Candrahantṛ, and Candravimardana. (BORI: 1-59-30)
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Krūrā’s endless progeny of sons and grandsons, cruel by nature, formed a host named Krodhavaśa, cruel in its deeds and crushing its foes. (BORI: 1-59-31)
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Anāyus in turn had four sons, foremost among the Asuras: Vikṣara, Bala, Vīra, and the great Asura Vṛtra. (BORI: 1-59-32)
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Kālā’s renowned sons—like Death itself, formidable assailants, famed on earth, immensely valiant, and tormentors of their foes among the Dānavas— (BORI: 1-59-33)
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Vinashana, Krodha, another named Krodhahanta, and yet another, Krodhashatru, were renowned as the Kaleyas. (BORI: 1-59-34)
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Śukra, the sage’s son, became the preceptor of the Asuras. The four sons of Uśanas were renowned as priests of the Asuras. (BORI: 1-59-35)
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The excellent Tvaṣṭā and Atri, together with two others who performed rites with sacred formulas, were as radiant as the sun and brought glory to Brahmā’s realm. (BORI: 1-59-36)
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Thus I have recounted to you the origin of the lineages of the mighty Asuras and Suras, as I heard it in the Purana. (BORI: 1-59-37)
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But the offspring of these, O king, are manifold and endless and cannot be enumerated in full. (BORI: 1-59-38)
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Tarkshya, Arishtanemi, Garuda, Aruna, Aruni, and Varuni are known as the sons of Vinata. (BORI: 1-59-39)
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Śeṣa, Ananta, Vāsuki, the serpent Takṣaka, Kūrma, and Kulika are the mighty sons of Kadru. (BORI: 1-59-40)
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Bhimasena and Ugrasena, Suparna and Varuna likewise, Gopati and Dhritarashtra, and Suryavarchas, the seventh; (BORI: 1-59-41)
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Patravān and Arkaparṇa, and the renowned Prayuta; Bhīma and Citraratha, who was famous, all-knowing, and self-controlled; (BORI: 1-59-42)
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Likewise Śāliśiras, O king; Pradyumna was the fourteenth, Kali the fifteenth, and Nārada the sixteenth. These are celebrated as the divine Gandharvas, the sons of Muni. (BORI: 1-59-43)
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Now I shall recount other beings, descendant of Bharata. Prāvā gave birth to Anavadyā, Anuvaśā, Anūnā, Aruṇā, Priyā, Anūpā, Subhagā, and Bhāsī. (BORI: 1-59-44)
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Siddha, Pūrṇa, Barhin, the greatly renowned Pūrṇāśa, Brahmacārin, Ratiguṇa, and Suparṇa as the seventh; (BORI: 1-59-45)
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Viśvāvasu, Bhānu, and Suchandra as the tenth—these are the divine Gandharvas known as Prāveya. (BORI: 1-59-46)
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Long ago, the illustrious goddess Prāvā bore this renowned and auspicious line of Apsarases to a divine seer. (BORI: 1-59-47)
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Alambusā, Miśrakeśī, Vidyutparṇā, blameless Tulā, Aruṇā, Rakṣitā, Rambhā, and likewise Manoramā... (BORI: 1-59-48)
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Asitā, Subāhu, Suvratā, Subhujā, and Supriyā; and Atibāhu, the renowned Hāhā and Hūhū, and Tumburu are remembered as the four foremost Gandharvas. (BORI: 1-59-49)
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Nectar, Brahmins, cows, Gandharvas, and Apsarases are proclaimed in the Purana to be the offspring of Kapila. (BORI: 1-59-50)
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Thus I have told you, in due order, of the origin of all beings—of the Gandharvas and Apsarases as well… (BORI: 1-59-51)
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and of serpents, Suparnas, Rudras, Maruts, cows, and illustrious Brahmins who perform meritorious deeds. (BORI: 1-59-52)
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It promotes longevity, is holy and auspicious, and brings delight to the ear. It should always be listened to and recited by one free from envy. (BORI: 1-59-53)
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Whoever duly recites this lineage of the great souls in the presence of Brahmins and the gods gains abundant offspring, prosperity, and fame, and after death attains a blessed state. (BORI: 1-59-54)
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Rudra’s glorious attendant, whom they know as Mahākāla… (KUMB: 1-66-21; NILA: 01.065.021)
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also two others among the foremost Danavas, Surya and Chandramas... (KUMB: 1-66-27; NILA: 01.065.027)
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The six great seers are known as the mind-born sons of Brahma. The eleven sons of Sthanu, renowned for their noble minds, are… (BORI: 1-60-1)
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Mṛgavyādha, Śarva, the illustrious Nirṛti, Ajaikapād, Ahirbudhnya, and Pinākin, the tormentor of foes; (BORI: 1-60-2)
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Dahana, Ishvara, Kapali of great splendor, Sthanu, and the blessed Bhava—these are remembered as the eleven Rudras. (BORI: 1-60-3)
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Marīci, Aṅgiras, Atri, Pulastya, Pulaha, and Kratu—these six mighty great seers were sons of Brahmā. (BORI: 1-60-4)
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Angiras had three sons, renowned throughout the world: Brihaspati, Utathya, and Samvarta, all steadfast in their vows. (BORI: 1-60-5)
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Atri, however, is said to have had many sons, O lord of men—all great seers, accomplished, serene in spirit, and learned in the Vedas. (BORI: 1-60-6)
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Pulastya’s offspring were the Rakshasas, the Vanaras, and the Kinnaras; Pulaha’s were deer, lions, tigers, and Kimpurushas. (BORI: 1-60-7)
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Kratu’s sons, equal to Kratu, companions of the sun, renowned in the three worlds and wholly devoted to vows of truth. (BORI: 1-60-8)
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But the venerable sage Daksha was born from Brahma’s right thumb, O protector of the earth—a son foremost among those who had sons. (BORI: 1-60-9)
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From Brahmā’s left thumb was born the wife of that great-souled sage, and by her the sage himself fathered fifty daughters. (BORI: 1-60-10)
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Bereft of sons, the Prajapati designated all those flawless-limbed, lotus-eyed maidens as appointed daughters. (BORI: 1-60-11)
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He gave ten of them to Dharma, twenty-seven to Indu, and thirteen to Kashyapa, according to the divine rite, O king. (BORI: 1-60-12)
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Hear from me the names of Dharma’s wives as they are recounted: Kīrti, Lakṣmī, Dhṛti, Medhā, Puṣṭi, Śraddhā, and Kriyā... (BORI: 1-60-13)
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Intelligence, modesty, and understanding—these are the ten wives of Dharma. They are the gateways of Dharma, ordained by the Self-born. (BORI: 1-60-14)
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The twenty-seven wives of Soma are renowned throughout the world. Soma’s wives, faithful to their vows, are charged with marking the passage of time. All are associated with the lunar mansions and take their place in regulating the course of the world. (BORI: 1-60-15)
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The divine sage Pitāmaha had a son, Prajāpati. He in turn had eight sons, the Vasus, whom I shall describe in detail. (BORI: 1-60-16)
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Dhara, Dhruva, Soma, Ahas, Anila, Anala, Pratyusha, and Prabhasa are remembered as the eight Vasus. (BORI: 1-60-17)
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Dhara was the son of Dhūmrā, and Dhruva likewise was the son of Brahmavidyā. Candramas was the son of Manasvinī, and Śvasana likewise was the son of Śvasā. (BORI: 1-60-18)
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Ahas was the son of Ratā, and Hutāśana the son of Śāṇḍilyā. Pratyūṣa and Prabhāsa are remembered as the two sons of Prabhātā. (BORI: 1-60-19)
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Dhara’s son was Dravina, the bearer of sacrificial offerings; Dhruva’s son was the divine Kala, who brings the worlds to an end. (BORI: 1-60-20)
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Radiant Varcas was Soma’s son; by him, Śiśira, Prāṇa, and Ramaṇa were born to Manoharā. (BORI: 1-60-21)
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Ahan’s sons are remembered as Jyotis, Shrama, Shanta, and Muni. Agni’s son was the glorious Kumara, who dwelt in a thicket of reeds. (BORI: 1-60-22)
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His younger brothers were Śākha, Viśākha, and Naigameśa. Because the Kṛttikās took him in, he is known as Kārttikeya. (BORI: 1-60-23)
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Śivā was Anila’s wife. Her sons were Purojava and Avijñātagati, the two sons of Anila. (BORI: 1-60-24)
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They know the sage named Devala as Pratyusha’s son, and also Devala’s two sons, who were forbearing and wise. (BORI: 1-60-25)
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Brihaspati’s sister was an excellent woman who practiced celibacy. Perfected in yoga, she wandered unattached throughout the whole world. She was the wife of Prabhasa, the eighth of the Vasus. (BORI: 1-60-26)
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She gave birth to the illustrious Viśvakarman, lord of artisans, creator of a thousand crafts and carpenter to the gods. (BORI: 1-60-27)
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The finest of craftsmen, maker of every kind of ornament, he fashioned the divine aerial chariots of the gods. (BORI: 1-60-28)
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whose craft human beings live by, and whom they constantly worship as the imperishable Vishvakarman. (BORI: 1-60-29)
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Breaking through Brahmā’s right breast, the blessed Dharma emerged in human form, bringing happiness to all the worlds. (BORI: 1-60-30)
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He had three excellent sons, charming to all beings: Tranquillity, Desire, and Joy, who sustain the worlds through their power. (BORI: 1-60-31)
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Rati was Kāma’s wife, Prāpti was Śama’s wife, and Nandī was Harṣa’s wife; in them the worlds are established. (BORI: 1-60-32)
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Marichi’s son was Kashyapa, and from Kashyapa the gods and asuras were born. O tiger among kings, he was the progenitor of the worlds. (BORI: 1-60-33)
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Tvaṣṭṛ’s daughter, the highly blessed wife of Savitṛ, assumed the form of a mare and gave birth to the two Aśvins in midair. (BORI: 1-60-34)
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Aditi had twelve sons, foremost among them Śakra, O king. The youngest of them was Viṣṇu, in whom the worlds are established. (BORI: 1-60-35)
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These are the thirty-three gods. I shall now recount to you their lineage and their groups, branch by branch and family by family. (BORI: 1-60-36)
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The Rudras form another branch, as do the Sādhyas and the Maruts. One should know the Bhārgava as belonging to the Vasus, and likewise the Viśvedevas. (BORI: 1-60-37)
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Vainateya Garuda, mighty Aruna, and the blessed Brihaspati are counted among the Adityas. (BORI: 1-60-38)
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Know that the Guhyakas, all medicinal plants, and animals sprang from the two Aśvins. This host of gods, O king, has been recounted to you in due order; by recounting it, a man is freed from all sins. (BORI: 1-60-39)
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The venerable Bhṛgu emerged after breaking through Brahmā’s heart. Bhṛgu’s son was the learned Kavi, and Kavi’s son was Śukra, the planet. (BORI: 1-60-40)
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Appointed by the Self-born to govern rain and drought, danger and safety, for the sustenance of life in the three worlds, he ranges throughout the universe. (BORI: 1-60-41)
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A master of yoga and a man of great wisdom, he became the teacher of the Daityas—and also of the gods—an intelligent celibate ascetic who strictly observed his vows. (BORI: 1-60-42)
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When that descendant of Bhrgu had been appointed by the mighty one to ensure security and welfare, Bhrgu begot another blameless son… (BORI: 1-60-43)
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Cyavana, radiant with ascetic power, righteous and wise, who, O Bharata, fell from his mother’s womb in anger to free her. (BORI: 1-60-44)
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Āruṣī, Manu’s daughter, was the wife of that wise man. The greatly renowned Aurva was born from her, bursting through her thigh. Even as a child, he possessed great ascetic power and immense radiance and was endowed with virtues. (BORI: 1-60-45)
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His son was Richika, and from him Jamadagni was born. The great-souled Jamadagni had four sons. (BORI: 1-60-46)
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Rama was the youngest of them, yet endowed with qualities that were anything but least. Skilled in every weapon, he was self-controlled and brought about the destruction of the Kshatriyas. (BORI: 1-60-47)
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Aurva had a hundred sons, headed by Jamadagni. Their thousands of sons became the extension of Bhrigu’s lineage. (BORI: 1-60-48)
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Brahmā had two other sons, Dhātṛ and Vidhātṛ, whose mark remains in the world and who dwell with Manu. (BORI: 1-60-49)
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Their sister is the blessed goddess Lakshmi, auspicious and dwelling in the lotus. Her mind-born sons are the horses that roam the sky. (BORI: 1-60-50)
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The goddess Jyeṣṭhā, Varuṇa’s wife, was born from Śukra. Know Bala as her son and Surā, the delight of the gods, as her daughter. (BORI: 1-60-51)
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As creatures, craving food, devoured one another, Adharma arose there, bringing destruction to all beings. (BORI: 1-60-52)
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His wife was Nirṛti, from whom the Rākṣasas derive the name Nairṛtas. Her three terrible sons, always devoted to evil deeds, were Bhaya, Mahābhaya, and Mṛtyu, the destroyer of beings. (BORI: 1-60-53)
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The goddess Tāmra bore Kākī, Śyenī, Bhāsī, Dhṛtarāṣṭrī, and Śukī—these five, renowned throughout the world. (BORI: 1-60-54)
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Kākī gave birth to owls, Śyenī to hawks, and Bhāsī produced vultures and other birds of prey, O lord of men. (BORI: 1-60-55)
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Dhritarashtri, that radiant lady, gave birth to swans, kalahamsa geese of every kind, and chakravaka birds—blessings upon you. (BORI: 1-60-56)
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O knower of dharma, the high-spirited Śukī gave birth only to parrots; she was endowed with auspicious qualities and honored for every mark of excellence. (BORI: 1-60-57)
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Krodhavasha also gave birth to nine females, her own offspring: Mrigi, Mrigamanda, Hari, and Bhadramana... (BORI: 1-60-58)
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then Mātaṅgī, Śārdūlī, Śvetā, and Surabhi, as well as the illustrious Surasā, endowed with every auspicious mark. (BORI: 1-60-59)
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All deer are the offspring of Mṛgī, O son of the foremost of men; bears, sṛmaras, and chamaras are the offspring of Mṛgamandā. (BORI: 1-60-60)
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Then Bhadramanā bore Airāvata the elephant as her son. Her son Airāvata was a great divine elephant. (BORI: 1-60-61)
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Lions were Hari’s offspring, as were swift monkeys; langurs too, may all be well with you, are said to be Hari’s sons. (BORI: 1-60-62)
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Then Śārdūlī gave birth to all the lions, tigers, and leopards, O illustrious Bharata—there is no doubt. (BORI: 1-60-63)
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Then elephants were born as the offspring of Matangi, O king; and Shveta gave birth to the swift elephant of the quarter named Shveta. (BORI: 1-60-64)
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Likewise, O king, Surabhi gave birth to two illustrious daughters: Rohiṇī and Gandharvī. May good fortune be yours! (BORI: 1-60-65)
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From Rohiṇī were born cattle, and from Gandharvī, horses. (BORI: 1-60-65)
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O king, Surasā gave birth to the Nāgas, and Kadrū to the serpents. Analā also brought forth seven trees bearing globular fruit. Śukī was Analā’s daughter, while Surasā was Kadrū’s daughter. (BORI: 1-60-66)
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Śyenī, Aruṇa’s wife, gave birth to the two valiant and immensely powerful sons Sampāti and Jaṭāyu. Vinatā’s two renowned sons were Garuḍa and Aruṇa. (BORI: 1-60-67)
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Thus, O lord of men, O best of the wise, I have duly recounted the origin of all these great beings. (BORI: 1-60-68)
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By hearing it properly, a person is purified of sin, attains omniscience, and finds the highest path. (BORI: 1-60-69)
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And the Yakshas, O tiger among men, were the sons of that wise man. (KUMB: 1-67-7; NILA: 01.066.007)
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The Śarabhas too are said to be the sons of Pulaha, O king. (KUMB: 1-67-8; NILA: 01.066.008)
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He has neither wife nor son, for he is Antaka. (KUMB: 1-67-55; NILA: 01.066.055)
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Vimalā too—may good fortune be yours—and Analā too, O Bharata… (KUMB: 1-67-68; NILA: 01.066.068)
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Three lotus-eyed daughters were born to Irā; they were the mothers of fruit-bearing plants, flowering trees, and creepers. (KUMB: 1-67-69)
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The two are called Latā and Ruhā, and they are remembered as mothers of creeping plants. Those trees that bear fruit without flowers... (KUMB: 1-67-70)
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They should be known as the offspring of Latā and are called vanaspatis. Trees that bear fruit after flowering are known as the progeny of Ruhā. (KUMB: 1-67-71)
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Creepers, shrubs, trees, bamboos, grasses, and other living plants are her offspring; with them her lineage comes to an end. (KUMB: 1-67-72)
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Of the gods and Dānavas, the Yakṣas and Rākṣasas, and indeed of all other beings, O Lord, I… (BORI: 1-061-1)
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I wish to hear the true account, in due order, of the birth and deeds among humans of these great-souled beings. (BORI: 1-061-2)
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O lord of men, I shall first tell you fully of the heavenly beings and the Danavas who were born among humans. (BORI: 1-061-3)
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The foremost of the Danavas who was known as Vipracitti became the foremost of men known as Jarasandha. (BORI: 1-061-4)
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But Diti’s son, O king, who is remembered as Hiranyakashipu, was born in the human world as Shishupala, a bull among men. (BORI: 1-061-5)
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Prahrada’s younger brother, renowned as Samhrada, was born as the eminent Bahlika named Shalya. (BORI: 1-061-6)
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The valiant Anuhrāda, renowned as the youngest brother, became the king of men known as Dhṛṣṭaketu. (BORI: 1-061-7)
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The Daitya named Śibi, O king, who is renowned in the accounts, became the ruler on earth widely known as Druma. (BORI: 1-061-8)
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The foremost Asura among them, named Bāṣkala, became the king of men known as Bhagadatta. (BORI: 1-061-9)
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Ayaḥśiras, Aśvaśiras, the valiant Ayaḥśaṅku, and Gaganamūrdhan, with Vegavat as the fifth among them— (BORI: 1-061-10)
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These five mighty great Asuras were born among the Kekayas, O king, as great-souled men, the foremost of royal bulls. (BORI: 1-061-11)
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Another mighty one, renowned as Ketuman, became a king on earth known as Amitaujas. (BORI: 1-061-12)
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The glorious great Asura renowned as Svarbhanu was the king known as Ugrasena, a man of fierce deeds. (BORI: 1-061-13)
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The glorious great Asura known as Aśva became King Aśoka, a man of immense strength and valor. (BORI: 1-061-14)
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His younger brother, O king, who was known as Ashvapati—that Daitya was born as King Hardikya, O bull among men. (BORI: 1-061-15)
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The illustrious great Asura renowned as Vṛṣaparvan became the king known on earth as Dīrghaprajña. (BORI: 1-061-16)
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Ajaka, O king, was the younger brother of Vrishaparvan. He became a king on earth, renowned as Malla. (BORI: 1-061-17)
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The valiant great Asura known as Ashvagriva became a king on earth known as Rochamana. (BORI: 1-061-18)
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But, O king, the intelligent Sukshma, who was known as Kirtiman, became the ruler renowned on earth as Brihanta. (BORI: 1-061-19)
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The one who was renowned as Tuhuṇḍa, foremost of the Asuras, became the king known as Senābindu. (BORI: 1-061-20)
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The asura named Isṛpā, who surpassed the others in strength, became King Pāpajit, renowned on earth for his valor. (BORI: 1-061-21)
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The great Asura known as Ekachakra became renowned on earth as Prativindhya. (BORI: 1-061-22)
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The Daiteya Virupaksha, a great Asura and fighter of wondrous skill, became the king renowned on earth as Citravarman. (BORI: 1-061-23)
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The heroic Hara, destroyer of foes and foremost of the Danavas, was born as the eminent man known as Suvastu. (BORI: 1-061-24)
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The mighty Aharas, destroyer of enemy forces, became the king named Bahlika, renowned throughout the earth. (BORI: 1-061-25)
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Nicandra, also called Candravaktra, who was the foremost of the Asuras, became the illustrious king known as Muñjakeśa. (BORI: 1-061-26)
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The great-minded Nikumbha, unconquered in battle, was born on earth as the foremost of kings, known as Devadhipa. (BORI: 1-061-27)
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The great Asura among the Daityas named Śarabha was born here among men as the royal seer named Paurava. (BORI: 1-061-28)
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The second of those Asuras, Śalabha, became a Bāhlīka king named Prahrāda. (BORI: 1-061-29)
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Candra, the foremost of Diti’s sons, who was like the lord of the stars in the world, became the royal seer Ṛṣika, the finest of kings. (BORI: 1-061-30)
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Know, O best of kings, that the king Paścimānūpaka was the foremost Asura renowned as Mṛtapā. (BORI: 1-061-31)
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The mighty and renowned great Asura Gaviṣṭha became a king on earth known as Drumasena. (BORI: 1-061-32)
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The illustrious great Asura renowned as Mayūra became the king known as Viśva. (BORI: 1-061-33)
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The younger brother of that one, known as Suparṇa, became a king on earth renowned as Kālakīrti. (BORI: 1-061-34)
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The foremost Asura among them, known as Candrahanta, became Shunaka, a royal sage and ruler of men. (BORI: 1-061-35)
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The great Asura said to have been the destroyer of the moon became a royal seer and ruler of men named Jānaki. (BORI: 1-061-36)
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But Dīrghajihva, O Kauravya, who was said to be a foremost Dānava, became a ruler on earth renowned as the king of Kāśi. (BORI: 1-061-37)
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That Graha whom Siṃhī bore, the tormentor of the moon and sun, became a ruler of men widely known as Kratha. (BORI: 1-061-38)
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The foremost of Anāyus’s four sons, a powerful Asura named Vikṣara, became King Vasumitra. (BORI: 1-061-39)
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O ruler of men, the great Asura who came second after Vikshara became the king renowned as the lord of the Pansu realm. (BORI: 1-061-40)
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The foremost Asura who was renowned as Balavīra became the king known as Pauṇḍramatsyaka. (BORI: 1-061-41)
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The great Asura renowned as Vritra, O king, became the royal seer named Maniman, a ruler of men. (BORI: 1-061-42)
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The Asura known as Krodhahantṛ, his younger brother, became the king on earth renowned as Daṇḍa. (BORI: 1-061-43)
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Another, celebrated as Krodhavardhana, became a king known as Daṇḍadhāra. (BORI: 1-061-44)
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Of the sons of Kālakā, eight were born as kings, O tiger among kings, each as valiant as a tiger. (BORI: 1-061-45)
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In Magadha, the illustrious king Jayatsena was the foremost of those eight—a mighty Asura of the Kāleya clan. (BORI: 1-061-46)
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The second of them became the glorious king named Aparajita, who was equal to Indra. (BORI: 1-061-47)
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The third, O great king, was born on earth as a mighty-armed lord of the Nishadas, a great Asura of formidable prowess. (BORI: 1-061-48)
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The fourth among them was renowned on earth as Śreṇimān, the foremost of royal seers. (BORI: 1-061-49)
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The fifth and foremost of them was the great Asura renowned here as Mahaujas, a scourge of his foes. (BORI: 1-061-50)
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The sixth of them was a wise great Asura, known on earth as Abhiru, the foremost of royal sages. (BORI: 1-061-51)
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King Samudrasena also belonged to that same group. Renowned throughout the earth as far as the ocean, he understood the true principles of dharma and material welfare. (BORI: 1-061-52)
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Brihannaman, the eighth of those Kaleyas, was a righteous king, a scorcher of foes devoted to the welfare of all beings. (BORI: 1-061-53)
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From the host named Krodhavasha, which has been recounted to you, O king, were born here on earth heroic rulers of men. (BORI: 1-061-54)
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Nandika, Karṇaveṣṭa, Siddhārtha, Kīṭaka, Suvīra, Subāhu, Mahāvīra, and then Bāhlika; (BORI: 1-061-55)
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Krodha, Vicitya, Surasa, the illustrious King Nila, Viradhama, O Kauravya, and one named Bhumipala; (BORI: 1-061-56)
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There was also one named Dantavaktra, as well as one named Durjaya, Rukmi, a tiger among kings, and King Janamejaya. (BORI: 1-061-57)
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Āṣāḍha, Vāyuvega, Bhūritejas, Ekalavya, Sumitra, Vāṭadhāna, and Gomukha; (BORI: 1-061-58)
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the Kārūṣaka kings, as well as Kṣemadhūrti, Śrutāyus, Uddhava, and Bṛhatsena; (BORI: 1-061-59)
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Kṣema, Ugratīrtha, Kuhara, a ruler among the Kaliṅgas, and Matimān, O king of men, as well as one renowned as Īśvara… (BORI: 1-061-60)
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Thus, in ancient times, a multitude of kings of great renown and might was born on earth from the host of Krodhavasha, O great king. (BORI: 1-061-61)
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The foremost lord of the Gandharvas, whose name was Devaka and whose radiance equaled that of the king of the gods, was born on earth as a king. (BORI: 1-061-62)
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Know, O Bharata, that Drona, the womb-bornless son of Bharadvaja, arose from a portion of the renowned divine sage Brihaspati. (BORI: 1-061-63)
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Among archers, O tiger among kings, he was the foremost knower of every weapon. Greatly renowned and mighty in splendor, he was born here among men. (BORI: 1-061-64)
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Those who know the Veda recognize him as Drona, foremost in both the science of arms and the Veda, a performer of Indra-like deeds and an enhancer of his lineage. (BORI: 1-061-65)
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From Mahadeva and Antaka, and from Kama and Krodha, who had become one, a valiant scorcher of foes was born, O Bharata. (BORI: 1-061-66)
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Aśvatthāman, mighty in valor, a hero who destroyed the enemy host and had lotus-petal eyes, was born on earth, O king. (BORI: 1-061-67)
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The eight Vasus were born as Śantanu’s sons through Gaṅgā, because of Vasiṣṭha’s curse and at the behest of Vāsava. (BORI: 1-061-68)
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Bhishma, the youngest of them—the Kurus’ protector, wise, versed in the Vedas, eloquent, and a destroyer of enemy forces— (BORI: 1-061-69)
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who, mighty in splendor and foremost among all the learned, fought with the great-souled Rama, Jamadagni’s son and descendant of Bhrigu. (BORI: 1-061-70)
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O king, as for the brahmarṣi named Kṛpa who lived on earth, know that exceptionally valiant man to have arisen from the host of the Rudras. (BORI: 1-061-71)
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O king, know that the mighty warrior-king named Shakuni, who lived in the world and crushed his enemies, was born from Dvapara. (BORI: 1-061-72)
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Satyaki, true to his word, that scion of the Vrishni clan and crusher of foes, was born from a portion of the Marut gods. (BORI: 1-061-73)
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The royal sage Drupada also arose from that same host, O king, in this human world—the foremost of all wielders of weapons. (BORI: 1-061-74)
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Then know, O king, that Kṛtavarman, lord of men, was born—one against whom no countermeasure could prevail, foremost among the bulls of the Kshatriyas. (BORI: 1-061-75)
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Know that the foe-crushing royal seer named Virata, the scourge of enemy kingdoms, was born from the host of the Maruts. (BORI: 1-061-76)
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That lord of the Gandharvas—the son of Arishta widely renowned as Hamsa—was born to further the Kuru line. (BORI: 1-061-77)
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From Krishna Dvaipayana was born the long-armed, mighty king known as Dhritarashtra, whose wisdom was his sight. Because of his mother’s fault and the sage’s anger, he was born blind. (BORI: 1-061-78)
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Know that Vidura, Atri’s greatly blessed son, foremost among those who have sons, was born in this world as the foremost of the wise. (BORI: 1-061-79)
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From a portion of Kali, King Duryodhana was born on earth—wicked in understanding and judgment, and a bringer of disgrace upon the Kurus. (BORI: 1-061-80)
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He was hated by the entire world, that embodiment of Kali, that lowest of men who caused the whole earth to be slaughtered and through whom the great enmity that brought about the destruction of living beings was kindled. (BORI: 1-061-81)
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All the Paulastya brothers were born here among men—the hundred beginning with Duhshasana, all of them perpetrators of cruel deeds. (BORI: 1-061-82)
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Durmukha, Duḥsaha, and the others who have not been named—those allies of Duryodhana were descendants of Pulastya, O bull of the Bharatas. (BORI: 1-061-83)
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Know King Yudhishthira, O king, to be a portion of Dharma; Bhimasena, a portion of Vata; and Arjuna, a portion of the king of the gods. (BORI: 1-061-84)
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Nakula and Sahadeva were likewise portions of the two Ashvins, matchless in beauty on earth and captivating to all people. (BORI: 1-061-85)
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The valiant son of Soma known as Suvarcas became Arjuna’s son Abhimanyu, a man of great renown. (BORI: 1-061-86)
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Know the mighty chariot-warrior Dhrishtadyumna to be a portion of Agni; and know Shikhandin, O king, who was both female and male, to be a Rakshasa. (BORI: 1-061-87)
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The five sons born to Draupadi, O bull of the Bharatas—know them, O king, to be the company of the Viśvedevas. (BORI: 1-061-88)
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Know that the great chariot-warrior Karna, who was born wearing armor, was an unsurpassed portion of the god Divakara. (BORI: 1-061-89)
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The mighty Vasudeva, who lived among men, was a portion of the eternal Narayana, known as the God of gods. (BORI: 1-061-90)
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The immensely powerful Baladeva was a portion of the serpent Śeṣa. O king, know the mighty Pradyumna to be Sanatkumāra. (BORI: 1-061-91)
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Thus, O king of men, many other portions of the gods were born into Vasudeva’s family, furthering its lineage. (BORI: 1-061-92)
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But a portion of the host of Apsarases that I have mentioned, O king, was also born on earth at Indra’s command. (BORI: 1-061-93)
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Those sixteen thousand divine women, O king, became Narayana’s wives in the human world. (BORI: 1-061-94)
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A portion of Śrī was born on earth for delight—a faultless maiden in Drupada’s line, arising from the midst of the sacrificial altar. (BORI: 1-061-95)
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Neither too short nor too tall, fragrant as a blue lotus, with long lotus-like eyes, shapely hips, and long black hair... (BORI: 1-061-96)
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endowed with every auspicious mark, resembling a beryl gem, and secretly captivating the hearts of the five foremost men. (BORI: 1-061-97)
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The goddesses Siddhi and Dhriti, the mothers of the five, were born as Kunti and Madri, while Mati was born as Subala’s daughter. (BORI: 1-061-98)
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Thus, O king, the descent of portions of the gods, Asuras, Gandharvas, Apsarases, and Rakshasas has been recounted to you. (BORI: 1-061-99)
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those kings who arose on earth, fierce in battle, and the great souls who were born into the mighty lineage of the Yadus. (BORI: 1-061-100)
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This Descent of the Portions, auspicious and fame-bestowing, granting sons and long life and bringing victory, should be heard without finding fault. (BORI: 1-061-101)
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The wise man who, knowing the origins and ends of things, hears of the incarnations of the gods, Gandharvas, and Rakshasas does not lose heart in adversity. (BORI: 1-061-102)
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and of lions, tigers, deer, serpents, and birds… (KUMB: 1-68-1; NILA: 01.067.001)
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But Kupaṭa, O king—the mighty and illustrious great Asura—… (KUMB: 1-68-28; NILA: 01.067.028)
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He was born on earth as the king renowned as Suparshva. The great Asura Kapata, in turn, O king, was born on earth as a royal seer… (KUMB: 1-68-29; NILA: 01.067.029)
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known as Parvateya and resembling a mountain of gold. (KUMB: 1-68-30; NILA: 01.067.030)
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the king of the Kambojas, renowned as Chandravarman. (KUMB: 1-68-32; NILA: 01.067.032)
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Kukshi, O king, was a mighty and renowned Danava, known as Parvatiya and resembling a mountain of gold. (KUMB: 1-68-56; NILA: 01.067.056)
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The mighty and illustrious king Krathana, a great Asura, was born on earth as the ruler famed as Suryaksha. (KUMB: 1-68-57; NILA: 01.067.057)
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The illustrious great Asura who was known among the Asuras as Sakūrya was the Bāhlīka named Darada, foremost of all kings. (KUMB: 1-68-58; NILA: 01.067.058)
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The mighty one among the Danavas, known as Kalanemi, became renowned as Kamsa, the powerful son of Ugrasena. (KUMB: 1-68-67; NILA: 01.067.067)
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From the host of the Maruts was born Pandu, a mighty-armed hero, foremost of all warriors, and your forefather. His younger brother, a man of great spirit and immense strength... (KUMB: 1-68-85; NILA: 01.067.085)
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He was renowned as Pandu, devoted to truth and righteousness, and pure. (NILA: 01.067.086)
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At his incarnation, O king, Soma said this to the gods: (KUMB: 1-68-113; NILA: 01.067.113)
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“I will not give up my beloved son, who is dearer to me than life itself. Let this condition be made, for it cannot be transgressed.” (KUMB: 1-68-114; NILA: 01.067.114)
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For we must carry out the gods’ task—the slaying of the Asuras on earth. This Varchas will go there, but he will not remain for long. (KUMB: 1-68-115; NILA: 01.067.115)
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But Nara, Indra’s son, will be born, with Narayana as his friend. (KUMB: 1-68-116; NILA: 01.067.116)
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This boy will be his son, a mighty chariot-warrior on earth. O best of the immortals, he will remain there for sixteen years. (KUMB: 1-68-117; NILA: 01.067.117)
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That battle will take place when he is sixteen years old, and in it your portions will perform the deed of slaying heroes. (KUMB: 1-68-118; NILA: 01.067.118)
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But with Nara and Narayana absent from that battle, your portions, O gods, will take up the wheel formation and engage him in combat. (KUMB: 1-68-119; NILA: 01.067.119)
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My son will put all the enemy warriors to flight. Though only a boy, he will enter the impenetrable battle formation and range through it. (KUMB: 1-68-120; NILA: 01.067.120)
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He will slaughter the heroic great chariot-warriors and send a full quarter of all the enemies... (KUMB: 1-68-121; NILA: 01.067.121)
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within half a day, the mighty-armed one, toward the city of the King of the Dead. Then, after repeatedly encountering heroic great chariot-warriors in battle… (KUMB: 1-68-122; NILA: 01.067.122)
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At the end of the day, the mighty-armed one will return to me. He will beget a single valiant son to continue the lineage. (KUMB: 1-68-123; NILA: 01.067.123)
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He will once again preserve the vanished Bharata lineage. On hearing these words of Soma, the gods—“So be it,”... (KUMB: 1-68-124; KUMB: 1-68-124क्ष्; NILA: 01.067.124)
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They all replied together and honored the lord of the stars. Thus, O king, the birth of your father’s father has been related to you. (KUMB: 1-68-125; NILA: 01.067.125)
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in Bhishmaka’s family, a virtuous woman named Rukmini… (KUMB: 1-68-156; NILA: 01.067.156)
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Then the blameless Draupadi was born from a portion of Shachi. (NILA: 01.067.157)
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I have now named for you the Brahmins, Kshatriyas, and Vaishyas. (KUMB: 1-68-163; NILA: 01.067.163)
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