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Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—R

Ravana

according to Indian mythology, was fastened down between heaven and earth for 10,000 years by Siva's leg, for attempting to move the hill of heaven to Ceylon. He is described as a demon giant with ten faces. (Hindu mythology.)

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
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