A king of Bārāṇasī on whose feet hair grew. He inquired of the brahmins the way to heaven, and was told to retire to the forest and tend the sacred fire. He went to Himavā with many cows and women and did as he was counselled. The milk and ghee left over from his sacrifices were thrown away, and from them arose many minor rivers, the Gaṅgā itself, and even the sea. Later he became Indra’s companion. J.vi.203