Sheshanag – High Quality Print of Artwork by Pieter WeltevredeKing Sagars grandson, Anshuman, and many generations after him performed penance to please Lord Brahma. Their goal was to bring Goddess Ganga down to Earth to purify the souls of King Sagars 60,000 sons, who were turned to ashes by Rishi Kapilas curse. Despite their efforts, it was Bhagirath, a later descendant, who succeeded through his intense devotion and penance. Lord Brahma granted Bhagiraths request, and Ganga descended to Earth, with Lord Shiva