Ambā—Older sister of Ambikā and Ambālikā and daughter of the King of Kāśi. She was abducted by Bhīṣma during her svayaṁvara, but she wanted to marry Śālva. She did penance to please Lord Śiva and she received a benediction she could take birth in her next life as a son of King Drupada. (Ādi Parva in Mahābhārata)
Amba-Older sister of Ambika and Ambalika and daughter of the King of Kasi. She was abducted by Bhisma during her svayamvara, but she wanted to marry Salva. She did penance to please Lord Siva and she received a benediction she could take birth in her next life as a son of King Drupada. (Adi Parva in Mahabharata)
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