The Purana Index v3.c9.s1.364

v3.c9.s1.364

Rājasūya (1)—the conqueror of cardinal points was fit to perform this Yudhisthira on this, to Krsna Done by Soma who conquered the three worlds,¹ Yudhisthira’s desire to be a Pāramesthi So Rtviks were sent for, including Bhisma, Vidura Even Sūdras were invited After the sacrifice, on the suggestion of Sahadeva, the first honour was given to Krsna Sīsupāla’s protest and vilification of Krsna who had his head cut off In the sacrifice each brother was assigned specific functions—Duryodhana in charge of treasury, Bhīma cooking, Nakula the supply of provisions, etc The avabhrta bath at Gangā accompanied by divine music Every visitor duly honoured, returned back. Jealousy of Duryodhana at the success of the sacrifice ² The consecration ceremony of a king done by Prthu, Vāli and others ³