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Who was Biswamitra ?

Ans: Biswamitra is indeed a revered sage, recognized as one of the Saptarishis in the current Manvantara, known as Vaivasvata Manvantara. Notably, he is attributed as the author of a substantial portion of Mandala 3 within the Rigveda.

The summary of Biswamitra's family:

• Father: Gadhi
• Mother: Not Known
• Sister: Satyavati
• Wives: Haimavati, Menaka
• Sons: 104 sons
• Daughter: Shakuntala

Birth of Biswamitra:

Kusika of the Chandravansha bore a son named Gadhi, who entered into a union with a woman of exquisite beauty. Their offspring, a daughter named Satyavati, was united in wedlock with Sage Ruchika. One day, Satyavati expressed her desire to conceive a son, to which Ruchika responded that he would create a divine rice pudding, guaranteeing her a son. Satyavati, being considerate, asked that her mother also partake in this divine offering, as she had only given birth to a daughter, namely Satyavati herself. With deep meditation upon Parabrahma, Sage Ruchika fashioned two vessels of rice, one destined to grant birth to a formidable warrior, and the other destined to bring forth a great sage. He entrusted Satyavati with the vessel containing the sage-inducing rice and gave the warrior-favoring vessel to her mother. They were instructed to embrace a fig tree and an Ashwatta tree before consuming the rice pudding. However, a mix-up occurred, and Satyavati accidentally consumed her mother's pudding instead. When Sage Ruchika discovered the error, he was overcome with anger.

"Great rishi, it was a mistake. I implore you to transform the one I consumed into a sage, for I do not wish to bear a warrior," pleaded Satyavati.

Sage Ruchika, moved by her request, agreed to change the rice pudding Satyavati had consumed, ensuring it would also lead to the birth of a sage. Subsequently, Satyavati and Sage Ruchika became parents to a son named Jamadagni, while Gadhi and his wife welcomed a son named Kaushika.

Kaushika, who would later be known as Biswamitra, received his early martial training from his father, Gadhi, during his childhood. As he matured into adulthood, his thirst for knowledge and warrior skills led him to seek tutelage from Kusasana, a highly proficient Brahmin. Under the guidance of Kusasana, Biswamitra honed his skills and evolved into a formidable and accomplished warrior, earning a reputation as one of the greatest warriors of his time.

Succeeding his Father King Gadhi:

Biswamitra succeeded his father, Gadhi, in his role as a sage and spiritual leader. His journey from a Kshatriya (warrior) lineage to becoming a revered sage showcases his dedication to spiritual pursuits and his determination to excel in the realm of knowledge and enlightenment. This transformation marked a significant turning point in his life and established him as a prominent figure in Hindu mythology and religious traditions.