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A sage is a wise or holy figure, often an older man, who possesses insight or understanding beyond that of ordinary people. In myths and legends, sages serve as guardians of special knowledge, helpers or advisers to heroes, and examples of wisdom, virtue, and goodness.

Many mythical sages live in deep forests, on mountaintops, or in other places that are withdrawn from the world. Some are divine beings or demigods.one who is part human and part god In Hindu religion and mythology wise and powerful sages are called rishis. The constellation of the Great Bear or Big Dipper in the night sky is said to consist of the seven greatest rishis. Other sages appear in Hindu epics.long poem about legendary or historical heroes, written in a grand style According to tradition, a sage named Vyasa, who lived...