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In the Padma Purana,
The Daitya king sings, "He who possesses unparalleled virtues, whose form is beyond comparison, who has destroyed all evil, who is capable of removing the dense veil of sin in the Kali Yuga, and who is supremely pure, is worthy of our prostrations." (115)
Hearing this, King Janaka, who had a beautiful form, emerged from beneath the throne of the Jina, leaving behind his fear. (116)
Seeing him, Chandragati, whose mind was somewhat disturbed, asked, "Who are you, residing in this desolate place, amidst the Jina temple?" (117)
"Are you the lord of the Naga Kumaras, or the king of the Vidyadharas? Tell me, my friend, from where have you come, and what is your name?" (118)
"I am Janaka, from the city of Mithila. I was brought here by a magical horse, the king of the sky." (119)
Hearing this, both their hearts were filled with joy, and they greeted each other with folded hands, sitting down as friends. (120)
After staying for a while, they shared their stories with each other, and honored each other. Thus, they gained mutual trust. (121)
Then, interrupting the conversation, Chandragati said, "I am fortunate to have seen you, the king of Mithila." (122)
"O King, I have heard from many people that you have a daughter with auspicious signs." (123)
"Please give her to my son, Bhamandala. I consider myself supremely fortunate to be connected with you." (124)
King Janaka replied, "O King of the Vidyadharas, all this could have been, but she has already been promised to Rama, the eldest son of King Dasharatha. I am helpless." (125)
Chandragati, his friend, asked, "Why has she been promised to Rama?" Janaka replied, "If you are curious, listen." (126)