Jamadagni Rishi is considered to be one of the Sapta Rishis
and father of Parashurama, the sixth incarnation of Bhagvan Vishnu. He
was a great sage in the lineage of Rishi Bhrigu. He was the son of Sage Richika
and Satyavati. He married Renuka and had five sons, Rumanvat, Sushena, Vasu,
Vishavasu and Parashurama.
The most popular story associated with Jamadagni Rishi is of
him being killed by the sons of king Kartavirya. In response to this cruel
murder, Parashurama annihilated the Kshatriyas 21 times.
Another story associated with Jamadagni Rishi is that of him
ordering his sons to kill his wife who he believed had become unchaste. Four of
his sons disagreed but Parashuram killed his mother but later got her back to
life by the boon he received from Jamadagni Rishi.
As per some accounts, Jamdagni who was killed by the sons of king Kartavirya was restored
to life after a couple of days.
There is a popular shrine dedicated to Jamadagni Rishi is
located at Malana in Himachal Pradesh. He is worshipped here as Jamlu Devata.
It must be noted that there are numerous places in Himachal that is associated
wit the sage. It is believed that the sage used to give verdict and opinion on
various issues from his shrine.