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Bhrigus

In Hinduism, the Bhrigus, also known as Bhargavas, are a clan of sages descending form the ancient fire-priest Bhrigu. They instituted the ritual of offering the juice of the Soma plant to the old Indo-Aryan deities. Some of them were also warriors in addition to being priests.

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