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soldiers. In each of these large number groups (65,610, etc.), the digits add up to 18.
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forces, the Rakshasa forces of Bhima's son, Ghatotkacha and Vrishni–Yadava heroes.
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The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa Translated into English Prose
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formed by the kingdom of Hastinapura in alliance with races like the
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of Andhakas, Vrishnis, Kukuras, Bhojas and the Shainyas
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