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Kingdom with a large retinue. As Krishna approached Nagnajit in his court, the king rose from his throne and honoured Krishna with gifts and welcomed him warmly to Kosala. Naganjiti was also very joyful to see Krishna and prayed that Krishna be her husband. Both the king and his daughter were aware of Krishna's divinity. Nagnajit offered his veneration to Krishna and asked the purpose of his visit. When Krishna declared that he wished to marry Satya, the King stated that there would no better husband for his daughter, but he had taken a vow that he would marry his daughter to a brave prince who would bring the seven bulls under control. The king also praised Krishna's valour and told him that he could easily tame the seven bulls which had almost mauled the other princes who had tried.
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