devarshis In Hinduism, sages or holy men who have attained perfection on earth and have
been exalted to demigods. They live in the region of the gods.
Encyclopedia of World Mythology and Legend, Third Edition – Written by Anthony S. Mercatante & James R. Dow– Copyright © 2009 by Anthony S. Mercatante
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