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The Marriages of the Princes
"Valiant young men! Today you fought in such a way that even the greatest gods would feel jealous of your heroism and abilities. By achieving this victory you have brought glory to your mother and father. You have brought a tremendous glory to the Ikshvaku dynasty to which you belong. I find no words to describe your unexampled heroism."
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At this point King Prithu saluted King Vajrajang and said: "O king! Kindly forgive me. Your proposal that I should give my daughter in marriage to Kush is absolutely proper. This alliance is certainly beneficial to me but being a fool, I could not realise it then. Their heroism has revealed their greatness. Therefore, I am happy to give my daughter Kanakamalini in marriage to Ankush."
"O King! I am grateful to you for your kindness. It is really remarkable that you are sensible at least after being defeated."
King Prithu made magnificent arrangements for the marriage of his daughter, Kanakamalini. He sent invitations to many kings and princes. King Vajrajang also sent invitations to many kings and princes. On an auspicious day, the marriage of Kush with Kanakamalini took place with all grandeur and eclat.
After the marriage was over, the court assembled while Vajrajang sat on the throne.
Just at this time, the divine sage Narad happened to visit Pundarikanagar. He went straight to the royal court.
"Our heartiest welcome to Narad, the divine sage." said Vajrajang.
"O king! May you be always victorious", Narad bestowed his blessings upon King Vajrajang. King Vajrajang offered him a seat. Narad sat on a seat of state. All those who had gathered there and the two princes Lav and Kush saluted Narad respectfully.
"O divine sage! You have bestowed a blessing upon us by visiting us. Be so gracious as to fulfil the desire of the kings
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