Dhaumya
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Dhaumya (Sanskrit: धौम्य) is a supporting character in the ancient Indian epic Mahabharata, where he serves as the purohitafamily priest and religious guideof the Pandavasthe central characters of the narrative.
Dhaumya is introduced as an ascetic who is approached by the Pandavas to become their priest after their escape from the Lakshagriha (House of Lac). Renowned for his mastery of Vedic rites, wisdom, and commitment to dharma (righteous conduct), Dhaumya performs key rituals for them, including their wedding to Draupadi and Yudhishthira’s Rajasuya sacrifice. During their exile in the forest, Dhaumya accompanies the Pandavas, settling there to serve and guide them. Throughout the epic, he counsels them on dharma, cosmology, and kingship.
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