for deep wisdom and purity of life. Speculations on origins Kuru-Puru-Bharata connection Epic traditions reveal that the kings of Kuru belonged to the Puru - Bharata family. The Kuru-Puru connection is suggested by Rigveda (10.33.4) which attests Kuru-Sravana as the descendant of famous Puru king Trasadasyu. (4.38.1, 7.19.3). A connection of