Indra, mighty conqueror of foes and slayer of Vṛtra, lord of the sacred oven, great and blessed god—you have come to dwell upon the earth. Eternal lord, you are ever devoted to the welfare of all beings. Your brilliance is infinite, and as king, you increase fame and victory for all. Your radiance is magnified by the gods themselves—Indra, bringer of good rains, Brahma the creator, Vishnu the sustainer, Mahesha (Shiva) the great lord, Karttikeya, and Vinayaka. Alongside them are the Adityas, Vasus, Rudras, Sadhyas, Bhrigus, the guardians of the directions, the hosts of Maruts, the protectors of the worlds, the planets, Yakshas, and the rivers—all contributing to your splendor. May the oceans, Shri (goddess of fortune), the earth, Gauri, Chandika, and Sarasvati join in setting your radiance in motion. Victory to you, Indra, lord of Shachi! By your triumph, may auspiciousness always grace me. Be gracious to kings, Brahmins, and all people. Through your favor, may the earth always be abundant with crops; may auspiciousness prevail without obstacles, and may all afflictions be pacified. By worshipping Indra with the sacred mantra, one who has conquered the earth attains heaven. For victory during the Ashvini time, one should paint Bhadrakali’s image on cloth and worship her. On the eighth day of the bright fortnight, worship should be offered with flowers and other offerings to weapons, bows, banners, umbrellas, royal insignia, and arms. One should remain awake through the night, making offerings, and on the following day, perform the sacrifice again, addressing Bhadrakali, Mahakali, and Durga—the destroyer of difficulties. O Chandi, victorious in the three worlds, grant me peace and victory. Now, the rite of waving lights is explained: proceed to the northeastern temple, which has three gateways, and there always worship the household gods. When the moon leaves Chitra and enters Swati, the sun is attained. From that moment, as long as the sun remains in Swati, worship should be offered to Brahma, Vishnu, Shambhu (Shiva), Indra, Agni, and Vayu. Vinayaka, Kumara, Varuna, Kubera, Yama, all the gods, Vaishravana, and the eight mighty elephants—these too are to be worshipped. The elephants, named Kumuda, Airavata, Padma, Pushpadanta, Vamana, Supratika, Anjana, and Nila, are to be honored both within the house and elsewhere. The priest should offer ghee into the sacred fire, along with kindling, sesame seeds, and cooked rice. Eight pots are to be worshipped, and the finest horses and elephants are to be bathed. The horses are bathed and given offerings first, followed by the elephants. Then, let them pass out through the gateways, taking care not to cross over the main gate or similar structures. After this, all should march forth. The royal insignia should be worshipped within the house, and Varuna should be honored in his quarter. At night, a bali (offering) is to be made to the spirits. When the sun enters Vishakha, the king should reside in the hermitage and, on that day, especially decorate the vehicles. The royal insignia—elephant, horse, umbrella, sword, bow, and five drums—are to be carried by men. One who knows righteousness and the proper time should raise the banner and flag. Then, gathering all, he should arrange those mounted on elephants and chariots. The two chief priests for the year are to be seated upon the elephant, and, after consecrating those who are to ride, the procession departs through the gateway. The king himself mounts the elephant and, as he passes through the gateway, distributes offerings according to the prescribed rites. With focused mind, the king circumambulates three times around those who are mute, the assembly, and the indicated directions. Then, with his fourfold army resounding around him, he returns home, offering water in farewell. At this point, Puṣkara declares the mantras for the umbrella and similar insignia, by which victory and other blessings are invoked, using the truthful words of Brahmā, Soma, and Varuṇa. By the radiance of the Sun, may you increase, O wise one—shining with the pure whiteness of snow, jasmine, and the full moon. Just as a cloud covers the earth for her welfare, so may you cover the king for his victory, health, and growth. Born of the Gandharva lineage, may you never bring disgrace to your family, by the truthful words of Brahmā, Soma, and Varuṇa. O horse, by the power of Agni may you increase, by the Sun’s radiance, and by the sages’ austerity. By Rudra’s celibacy and the wind’s strength, remember that you are a prince; remember the Kaustubha jewel. Do not follow the path of the gravest sinners: the slayer of a Brahmin, father, or mother; one who lies for the sake of land; or a Kṣatriya who flees the battlefield. May you never fall to such a fate; may you remain unharmed and unblemished in battle or on the journey, O horse. Slaying enemies in battle, rejoice with your master. Śakra’s (Indra’s) mighty, golden banner has taken refuge in you. The king of birds, Garuḍa—the banner of Nārāyaṇa, descendant of Kaśyapa, bringer of nectar, lord of serpents, and vehicle of Viṣṇu—is immeasurable, invincible, destroyer of the gods’ enemies, of great strength, speed, and body, and partaker of nectar. Garuḍa, swift as the wind, is present and established in you; Viṣṇu himself has placed you for the sake of Indra. Always be for my victory and the increase of strength. Protect us—together with horses, armor, weapons, and warriors—and burn up our enemies. The eight mighty elephants—Kumuda, Airavana, Padma, Pushpadanta, and Vamana—together with their sons and grandsons, eight in strength, are supported: Bhadra, Manda, Mriga, Gaja, and Samkirna as well.