Pushkara

In Hindu theology Pushkara was the brother of Nala to whom Nala lost his kingdom and all that he possessed in gambling. Shani got very angry when Damayanti chose Nala in the swayamvar. Shani possessed Nala and the latter was defeated by his brother Pushkara.

For the continent in theosophical belief, see Root race ยง The seventh root race.

References
  • Dowson's Classical Dictionary of Hindu Mythology


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