After some time, Punjikasthala and Adrika took birth as the twin daughters of a vanar king named Kunj. Kesari, another famous king of the vanar race, married both Anjana and Adrika when they grew up. Kesari was highly religious. He often used to sit deep in meditation at the southern seashore. One day, sage Agastya paid a visit to his kingdom. As usual, Kesari was meditating. Anjana and Adrika welcomed the sage and played perfect hostesses to him. Delighted with the wonderful food and hospitality, the sage decided to grant any wish they had. Both of them desired a son each. Anjana asked for a strong and powerful son, who would dedicate himself to the welfare of the entire universe. Sage Agastya granted the wishes of both of them. No sooner had he granted the boon than he realised that Lord Shiv, himself, was going to take an incarnation as Anjana’s son.
Anjana Born as a Monkey
