Listen, O noble one, to the sacred procedures and the manifold powers of mantra and offering, as revealed in the ancient texts. When a person seeks to destroy adversaries, he should take mustard seeds, anoint them with pungent oil, and offer them with the sevenfold recitation of “namo hiraṇyabāhave.” This act is potent in removing enmity. For those who desire royal fortune, the mantra “namo vaḥ kirikebhyaḥ” is to be recited while making a hundred thousand offerings, using bilva fruits and gold as well. Such devotion brings the blessings of sovereignty. If wealth is sought, let sesame seeds be offered with the mantra “imā rudrāya.” Should one wish to be free from all ailments, dūrvā grass is to be offered with the appropriate mantra. The mantra “āśuḥ śiśāna” serves as a shield for one’s weapons, ensuring their protection and the destruction of all foes in battle, O Rāma. A learned follower of dharma, intent on curing diseases of the eyes, should offer a thousand and five oblations of clarified butter with the mantra “rājasāmeti.” In the home, a homa performed while invoking the Lord of plants brings peace and purifies the dwelling. After offering ghee to Agni, the fire god, one is freed from the enmity of others. To attain victory, puffed rice is offered with the mantra “apāṃ pheneti.” If someone lacks the full powers of the senses, reciting “bhadrā iti” restores them to wholeness. The mantras “Agni” and “Earth” are supreme for subjugation, and “adhvaneti” ensures triumph in legal disputes. At the commencement of rituals, the mantras “Brahma” and “Rājanya” bring success. A year-long practice of offering a hundred thousand oblations with oil frees one from disease. In the heat of battle, “Ketuṃ kṛṇvan” increases victory; the mantras “Indra,” “Agni,” and “Dharma” uphold righteousness in war. When taking up the bow, the mantra “dhanvanāgeti” is to be used, and “yuñjīta” is chanted for consecration. For the arrows, “ahirathetyetad” is recited, while “vahni” and “pitara” are mantras for the quiver. To yoke the horses, utter “yuñjanti,” and at the journey’s start, invoke “āśuḥ śiśāna.” When mounting the chariot, “viṣṇoḥ krameti” is chanted, and “ājaṅgheti” is used when urging the horses onward. Before confronting the enemy army, the mantra “yāḥ senā abhitvarīti” is recited. The wise one who performs a hundred thousand homas with “yamena dattam” gains keen discernment. By adhering to these preliminary rites and mantras, victory is assured. Such a practitioner can swiftly manifest a chariot of victory in battle, using the mantra “ā kṛṣṇeti” as in the ritual utterances. To attain deep concentration of mind, one should recite the Śivasaṃkalpa mantra; prosperity flows to the one who offers five hundred thousand oblations to the Five Rivers. If one binds the dice with a certain mantra, repeating it a thousand times and wearing gold, it becomes a powerful talisman against enemies. To ward off thieves at night, recite “imaṃ jīvebhya iti” and cast a stone or clod in each of the four directions around the house. The mantra “pari me gāmaneneti” is the highest for subjugation; should someone approach with intent to kill, he will be subdued. When food, betel, flowers, or similar offerings are enchanted with a mantra and then given, the recipient quickly comes under the giver’s influence. The constant recitation of “Śanno Mitra” brings peace everywhere. Having invoked you, O Lord of hosts, offer oblations at the crossroads. By offering all kinds of grains, one may bring the whole world under control; these pure, golden-hued mantras are meant for consecration. Similarly, “Śanno devīr abhiṣṭaye” bestows supreme peace. With the “Ekacakra” mantra, clarified butter is offered in portions. This brings peace and favor from the planets; with the “Gāvo bhaga” mantras, the offering of ghee secures the gift of cows. In domestic sacrifice, the Pravādāṃṣaḥ Sopa mantra is prescribed, while “Devebhyo vanaspate” is used in the tree-sacrifice. At this point, Puṣkara spoke: “The procedure for the Yajurveda has been described. Now, O best of listeners, I shall explain the method for the Sāman hymns. By reciting the Vaiṣṇava Saṃhitā and making the proper offerings, all desires are fulfilled. Reciting the Chāndas Saṃhitā pleases Śaṅkara, and the Skanda and Pitṛ Saṃhitās bring favor from the relevant deities and ancestors. The mantra “Yata Indra Bhajāmahe” removes the sin of violence, and “Avakīrṇī mucyate ca Agnistigmeti” frees one from the scattering of the sacrifice. All these mantras are to be known as destroyers of sin and bringers of satisfaction. They must not be sold, but if they are, one should recite “Ghṛtavatīti.” “Ayāno Deva Savitar” dispels bad dreams, and with the mantra “Abodhyagnir,” ghee is offered as prescribed. After sprinkling the remaining ghee, the girdle is tied, especially for women whose pregnancies are at risk. A jewel should be tied on a newborn immediately after birth; by this, King Soma is freed from disease. The Sarpasāman protects from snake-bite, and with “Mādya tvā vādyate,” the priest gains thousands. Tying the Satāvarī jewel removes fear of weapons, and “Dīrghatasasorka” brings abundant food. Reciting “Svamadhyāyanti” prevents death from thirst, while “Tvamimā oṣadhī” protects from disease. “Pathi Devavrata” frees one from fear, and “Yadindro Munaye” increases good fortune. “Bhago na citra hatyevaṃ” benefits the eyes’ coloring, and “Saubhāgyavardhana” increases good fortune beyond doubt. Reciting “Indreti” and related mantras brings good fortune; “Pari priyā hi vaḥ kāriḥ” and its companion should be heard by a woman for her welfare. Thus, O seeker of truth, are the sacred procedures and mantras to be known, each bringing its own blessing, protection, and fulfillment to the devout.