King Divodasa is an ancient king, who was mentioned in the Rigveda, and lived in the Treta Yuga. He was a close associate of Lord Indra, and he helped him towards winning in the battle with the demons. He is also a friend of the Ashvin Devas, since they healed his wounds, after the battles. His father was king Bhimaratha, and he was considered as the grandson of Lord Dhanvantri, who took birth in the earth, in order to heal the people suffering from diseases. His son, Pratardana, is a pious person, and he was mentioned in ancient texts.
He attended the Ashwamedha Sacrifice performed by King Dasharatha of Ayodhya. He was the brother of Queen Sumitra, and was a Brother-in-law of Dasharatha. He was considered as a man of noble thoughts, and used to apply his mind before doing any kind of actions. He was an ardent devotee of Lord Vishnu, and he was the uncle of Lord Rama. He kindly treated his people, and provided necessary facilities to them, to run their life comfortably. He contains wisdom, courage and boldness, and lived a noble life. After his death, he went to the Swarga Loka.
Let us worship the great king and be blessed.
“OM SRI DIVODASARE NAMAHA”
“JAI SRIRAM”
WRITTEN BY
R.HARISHANKAR