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qualities befitting his name. King Shursen was a very eminent and powerful king. He was full of boldness and lustre. As a result of his such qualities befitting a kshatriya the neighbouring kings were afraid of him. In spite of this fact, Shursen did not like war. He had no lust for extending the territories of his kingdome. He also did not have any desire to make a show of his strength.
His strength and power were religionoriented. His objects were-Protection of his subjects and the restraint of the wicked and the tyrannous people. His subjects were happy in every respect. King Shursen loved his subjects. His subjects were also devoted to the ruler and patriotic.
King Shursen had two wives. The elder queen was named Vijaya and the younger queen was named Nirankusha. The king loved the younger queen Nirankusha more. The king was inclined more towards her because she was attractive and beautiful. Beauty covers all vices. Lustful persons
