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Chyavana

Chyavana: FAQ & Sources

च्यवन

Sage.

Chyavana is a Bhargava sage who leads the ascetics of the Yamuna banks to Rama to ask for protection from the demon Lavana, and later warns Shatrughna how Lavana killed King Mandhata.

Updated 30 Oct 20261 source

RoleSage
ParentsBhrigu
Appears inRamayana
GroupRishis and sages
KingdomRishi ashrams
First appearsUttara Kanda, Sarga 60

Frequently asked questions

Why did Chyavana come to Rama?
To ask for protection from the demon Lavana on behalf of the sages of the Yamuna.
What did Chyavana tell Shatrughna?
How Lavana had killed King Mandhata with Shiva's spear.

Sources

  1. Valmiki Ramayana, Uttara Kanda (sargas 7.60, 7.61, 7.67)

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