Dictionary of Pali Proper Names v1.c10.63

v1.c10.63

In the time of Padumuttara Buddha he was a tree-sprite and, coming across some monks who had lost their way, he looked after them, gave them food and directed them to their destination. After the death of Kassapa Buddha, he was born as the son of Suyāma and great-grandson of Kiki and became king of Benares under the name of Kiki Brahmadatta. Not finding anyone capable of preaching the Doctrine to him, he left his throne in disgust and started on his way to Himavā. As he went along the road, Sakka appeared before him and quoted to him some lines on the impermanence of all things. Satisfied therewith, the king returned to his capital.¹