In the ancient times, Bṛhatkṣetra rose to prominence, attaining a stature equal to that of his illustrious father. His son, Vītihotra, inherited the throne and ruled the kingdom with wisdom and might for ten thousand years. After him, Śakrahotra was born and, like his predecessors, reached the same esteemed position as his father. During this era, the renowned and powerful Pratāpendra reigned as the lord of Ayodhya. His son, Maṇḍalīka, followed in his footsteps, matching his father’s greatness. Dhanurdīpta, son of Maṇḍalīka, likewise equaled his father’s glory. In time, a son named Hastī was born, and along with him, the mighty elephant Gaja, son of Airāvata. Hastī journeyed to the western region and there established the city of Hastinā, making it his residence. He ruled this city for ten thousand years, presiding with strength and justice. From Hastī was born Rakṣapāla, who too achieved a position equal to his father. His son was Kuru, who attained half the greatness of his sire. At this time, in the revered Sāttvata lineage, there lived the mighty Vṛṣṇi. By the boon of the Blessed Lord Hari, the performer of wondrous deeds, Vṛṣṇi’s son Nirāvṛtti was born, who equaled his father’s stature. From Nirāvṛtti came Viyāmuna, who matched his father’s position. Vikṛti was born next, attaining the same honor, followed by Navaratha, then Śakuni, and then Devaratha—each son upholding the legacy and greatness of his forebears. Devaratha’s son was Madhur, who also attained his father’s position, and his line continued with Kuruvatsa, then Puruhotra, and Sāttvatavān, each one matching the stature of those who came before. Vidūratha succeeded Sāttvatavān, followed by Sumanā, then Svāyambhuva, and Devamedhā, all of whom maintained the glory of their lineage. By the command of mighty Indra, Kuru too held his position in the third age, Dvāpara Yuga. It was during this time that the sacred land of Kurukshetra was established in Bharata. For twelve thousand years, the Kurus held sovereignty over this land, their rule unbroken. From the Kurus was born Suratha, who equaled his father’s greatness. His son, Sārvabhauma, achieved the same status, and from him was born Arṇava, who continued the legacy. Arṇava’s son was Ayutāyu, who ruled for ten thousand years. Ṛkṣa was born next and matched his father’s position, followed by Dilīpa, and then Śaṃtanu, who reigned for one thousand years. Śaṃtanu’s son was Pāṇḍu, under whose reign five hundred years were completed. After him, Suyodhana ruled for sixty years.