The Dynastic History of Northern India (Early Mediaeval Period) v2.c30.s1.31

v2.c30.s1.31

Mūladeva was succeeded by Devapāla, his son by the queen Devavratā. Devapāla appears to have been also known as Aparājita.⁴ The Sasbahu inscription tells us that this prince 'surpassed Karṇa by his generosity, the son of Pṛthā by his knowledge of the bow, and Dharmarāja by his truthfulness.'⁵ His son was Padmapāla, who was like Māndhātṛ 'the ornament of universal sovereigns.'⁶ He is said to have invaded the various quarters of the globe, and after subduing them, marched to the southernmost point of India.⁷ During his reign he is reported to have built a temple of Hari (Viṣṇu), who was named after him *Padma-nātha*.⁸ Padmapāla when 'still a youth, through the adversity of fortune, obtained a seat on the lap of Saṁkrandana (Indra).'⁹ Then his 'brother' Mahīpāla, also styled Bhuvanaikamalla, son of Sūryapāla, became king at Gopādri.