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The devas along with the asuras decided to get Amṛta (Ambrosia—the celestial honey of immortalily) by churning The ocean of milk. The Devas went to convey Mandara-mountain, for use as the churning rod. Their try was futile. The asuras produced a demo While using the similar outcome. The Bhūtagaṇas (Guards) of Śiva also made a vain endeavor.