Dilipa is the son of Amshuman and father of Bhagiratha. Like his father he longs to bring the Ganga to earth to free Sagara's sons, but dies before he can.
RoleKing of the Ikshvaku line
ParentsBhagiratha, Amshuman
Appears inRamayana
GroupIkshvaku ancestors
KingdomAyodhya
First appearsBala Kanda, Sarga 42
Frequently asked questions
Who was Dilipa?
The son of Amshuman and father of Bhagiratha in the Ikshvaku line.
Did Dilipa bring the Ganga down?
No; he tried but died first, and his son Bhagiratha succeeded.
Sources
- Valmiki Ramayana, Bala Kanda (sargas 1.42)
Read our editorial policy on how scripture, Purana and folk tradition are labelled.
Continue exploring
Open the explorer
