The Priyavrata Dynasty Continues: Sumati’s Line and the Glorification of Mahārāja Gaya
तस्माद्वृद्धसेनायां देवताजिन्नाम पुत्रोऽभवत् ॥ २ ॥
tasmād vṛddhasenāyāṁ devatājin-nāma putro ’bhavat.
Depois, do ventre de Vṛddhasenā, esposa de Sumati, nasceu um filho chamado Devatājit.
In Bhagavatam 5.15.2, Devatājit is identified as the son born to Vṛddhasenā.
He narrates dynastic lines to preserve sacred history and to situate spiritual teachings within the flow of righteous kings and their descendants.
They encourage respect for tradition and responsibility—reminding readers that one’s actions contribute to a larger legacy of dharma and spiritual culture.