In the Puranas, Swaphalka is mentioned as a sage of great sanctity. Wherever he dwelt, famine, plague, dearth, and other epidemic used to disappear

Wherever rain was wanted Swaphalka's presence secured the blessing. Swaphalka married Gandina, the daughter of Kasiraja. Swaphalka and Gandina together had a son named Akrura. Thus the birth of Akrura proceeded from a combination of uncommon excellence.

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