The Race of Prajdpati : Rebirth of Seven Sages - Verse 49-50

Others called Pitfs were created by these great sages alone. The seven groups of sages are well known in the world, viz. Maricas,Bhargavas, Angirasas, Paulastyas, Paulahas, Vasisthas and Atreyas; these groups of Pitrs are well-known in the world. 5 1 • These three Ganas have been briefly mentioned before: They are Apflrvas (Rare) , Prakdias (Brilliant) and Jyotiftnantas (Illuminated ones) .