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# A Classical Dictionary of Hindu Mythology and Religion, Geography, History, and Literature c5.788

A Classical Dictionary of Hindu Mythology and Religion, Geography, History, and Literature c5.788

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### [c5.788](https://indike.org/pramana/ins.reference.dowson-1879.c5.788)

KĀMA-DHENU. The cow which grants desires, belonging to the sage Vasishtha. She was produced at the churning of the ocean. Among the examples of her supernatural powers was the creation of a host of warriors who aided Vasishtha against Kārta-vīrya. She is called also Kāma-duh, Savalā, and Surabhi.

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