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----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sunday, June 20, 2021. 9:06.AM. 13. SOME IDEAL BRAHMACHARINS-3. 3. Bhishma Pithamaha ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bhishma’s father was Santanu, who was the ruler of Hastinapura. His mother was Ganga Devi. His early name was Devavrata. He was an incarnation of Vasu Devata. One day Santanu went into the forests, close to the banks of the Yamuna, for hunting. He came across a handsome maiden. He said to her, “Who are you? What are you doing here?” She replied, “I am the daughter of Dasaraja, the fisher-chief. My name is Satyavati. I am engaged at his command in rowing the boat for taking passengers across the river”. King Santanu wanted to marry her. He went to Dasaraja and asked his consent. The fisher-chief replied, “I am quite willing to give my daughter to you in marriage. But, first, I want you to give me a promise”. The king replied, “O Dasaraja, ...