A Classical Dictionary of Hindu Mythology and Religion, Geography, History, and Literature c5.893

c5.893

KRIPA. Son of the sage Saradwat, and the adopted son of King Śantanu. He became one of the privy council at Hastināpura, and was one of the three surviving Kuru warriors who made the murderous night attack upon the camp of the Pāndavas. He was also called Gautama and Sāradwata. *See* Kripā and Mahā-bhārata.