Dadhichi

A sage in Hindu mythology who is a paradigm for self-sacrifice. The gods
(devas) and the demons (supernatural
beings) are engaged in a long-running
war, in which neither side can prevail.
Indra, the king of the gods, finally
decides to seek advice from the god
Brahma. Brahma advises Indra that if
he obtains a bone from Dadhichi’s
body, it can be made into a weapon that
will defeat the demons. Indra is understandably uncertain that his request
will be granted, but when he appears
before Dadhichi, he not only gives his
consent, but immediately abandons
his body through yogic powers. Indra
takes Dadhichi’s bones, fashions a
weapon from them, and successfully
defeats the demons.