A Classical Dictionary of Hindu Mythology and Religion, Geography, History, and Literature c5.997

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c5.997

MADAYANTĪ. Wife of King Saudāsa or Kalmāsha-pada. She was allowed to consort with the sage Vasishtha. According to some this was a meritorious act on the king’s part and a favour to Vasishtha; according to others it was for the sake of obtaining progeny. *See* Kalmāsha-pāda.

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