Then that greatly radiant and godly sage Jahnu was delighted and released Ganga from both of his ears. Therefore Ganga became the daughter of sage Jahnu, and she is also renowned as Jahnavi, after the name of that sage. [1-43-38]
- she entered the nether regions of the earth in order to fulfil his mission (salvation of the sons of Sagara). Even kingly-sage Bhageeratha making every effort ushered Ganga to netherworld,..... - [1-43-40]