The Nimi Dynasty2 - Verse 4-5

By the curse of Vasi§tha, he became Videha (devoid of body) . His son named Mithi was procreated in the course of three Parvans. This king of great fame was born of Arani (a piece of wood from which fire is kindled for sacrificial purpose) while it was being churned. He was well known by the name of Mithi. Since his birth was of this type, he became (known as) Janaka,