Bhishma
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Bhishma, also known as Pitāmaha, Gangāputra, and Devavrata, is a central figure in the Hindu epic Mahabharata. He was a statesman and military commander of the ancient Kuru kingdom. Renowned for his w
A contemporary sculpture of Bhishma during the Kurukshetra War
Shantanu stops Ganga from drowning their eighth child, who later was known as Bhishma. Painting by Raja Ravi Varma.
Ganga handing over her son Devavrata to his father. Painting by BP Banerjee.
Devavrata taking his oath, painting by Raja Ravi Varma
Ganga (goddess)
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Ganga is the personification of the river Ganges, who is worshipped by Hindus as the goddess of purification and forgiveness. She is often depicted as a fair, beautiful ornate woman, riding a divine c
Bhishma
…supreme commander of the Kaurava forces during the first ten days of the Kurukshetra War until his fall. Born to King Shantanu and the river goddess Ganga, he was originally named Devavrata and designated the heir-apparent to the throne. However, he renounced his claim and took a vow of lifelong celibacy…
17th-18th-century sculpture of goddess Ganga
A Devi sculpture in Sri Lanka Goddess Ganga
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Angkor Thommanon 08 2007 gje