'The most distinguished monarch, despite conducting numerous auspicious rituals, homas, and sacrifices with the desire for progeny, failed to obtain a son to continue his lineage.' ।। 2-16-21 ।।
'One day, the king learned that the noble Chanda-Kausika, son of Kakshivat from the illustrious Gautama lineage, who had temporarily ceased his ascetic practices, had arrived in his capital and was seated under the shade of a mango tree during his wanderings.' ।। 2-16-22 ।।
'The king approached the sage accompanied by his two wives, and he pleased him greatly by worshiping him with jewels and valuable gifts. The sage, the best of Rishis known for his truthfulness and steadfast adherence to truth.' ।। 2-16-23 ।।
'O noble sage, please grant me a boon," said King Vrihadratha, humbly bowing before the Rishi with his wives. Overcome with sorrow due to his inability to have a child, he spoke tearfully.' ।। 2-16-25 ।।