Yamataggi
PersonAn ancient sage renowned for his virtuous life and counted among the originators of the Vedic hymns, elsewhere described as a king of old and identified with the Vedic figure Jamadagni.
A sage of old who led a good life and persuaded his followers to do likewise.
He was among the originators of the Vedic hymns. Vin.i.245; D.i.238, 239; M.ii.169, 200; A.iii.224, 229; iv. 61; also J.vi.251, where he is called Yāmataggi and is described as a king of old. Cp. Vedic Index, see Jamadagni.
MN 95AN 7.52
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