 His name is found in the 1st mandala of the Rigveda (Bhagavata Purana, Srimad Devi Bhagavatam and in the Puranas.Dadhichi is mentioned also in the various hymns (Richas – Suktas) of Rigveda.Dadhichi is believed to have written the "Narayana Kavacham", a famous hymn in southern India, sung for power and peace.