Who rules the sky he proudly trod.

Behind him went a mighty throng

Of giant warriors tall and strong,

On elephants of noblest breeds.

With cars, with camels, and with steeds:

And, armed with spear and axe and sword

Were fain to battle for their lord.[976]

Canto LXVI. Kumbhakarna's Sally.

In pomp and pride of warlike state