A learned Brāhmaṇa, blessed with knowledge bestowed by divine grace, became deeply devoted to Lord Viṣṇu. His devotion was evident: he adorned his forehead with the upright tilaka mark and wore a fragrant garland of tulasī around his neck. In every assembly, he delivered profound commentaries, spreading joy among those who listened. Thus, O Brahmin, the supreme recitation among all chants has been revealed. May auspiciousness shine upon all; may none suffer sorrow. Auspicious indeed is Lord Viṣṇu, whose banner is graced by Garuda. Whoever, pure in heart, daily studies these histories attains blessings. With this, the thirty-fifth chapter concludes, describing the supreme character and greatness within the collection of Kali Yuga histories, in the Pratisarga Parva of the glorious Bhavishya Mahapurana. In the era that followed, a rule of one hundred and twelve prevailed, equal to the Dvapara age upon earth. At this time, O fortunate one, the Lord enacted his divine play. Before narrating further, one should invoke the goddess Sarasvati and Vyasa, and utter words of victory. When the great cycle known as Bhavishya arrives in the Vaivasvata interval, the Kauravas, intoxicated by the fury of battle, were vanquished by the Pandavas. As the day ended, Lord Krishna, perceiving the misfortune of the times, acted with wisdom. Salutations again and again to the maker of time, the sustainer of the world, the remover of sin. “O Lord,” the prayer was offered, “protect the Pandavas, your devotees who tremble before adversaries. For their safety and that of their camps, you arrived, spear in hand.” Then, by the king’s command, Krishna journeyed to Gajasāhvaya. At midnight, Drauni and Bhoja, accompanied by Kripa, arrived. Ashvatthama, fierce in strength, seized the sword from Shivadatta. He slew as he wished, and Drauni departed with his companions. The charioteer of the Pārṣata, spared but terrified, remained behind. When Bhima and the others learned that a grave wrong had been committed against Shiva, rage overtook them. Their weapons and missiles were directed into Shiva’s body. In response, Rudra cursed them: “You will become worshippers of Krishna. Reborn in the Kali age, you will experience the fruits of your offense.” Seeking release from their transgression, they took refuge in Hari. They praised Rudra in their minds, and Shiva appeared before them. He spoke of the weapons and missiles that had been destroyed upon his body. Hearing this, Shiva addressed Krishna: “O Krishna, obeisance to you. By your will, O Lord, I pronounced that terrible curse. Yudhishthira will become the son of King Vatsaraja. Bhima, corrupted by harsh words, will be born among the mlecchas. A portion of Arjuna, devoted to me and endowed with great intelligence, will be born. Nakula, mighty in strength, will arise in Kanyakubja. Sahadeva, powerful and wise, will also be born. A portion of Dhritarashtra will be born in the land of Ajameru. Tāraka, famed by the name Velā, will indeed be Karṇa. The Kauravas will be skilled in the art of magical warfare. The Pandavas must be protected by my descent as Shakti. A great and beautiful city, created by the goddess Maya, exists.” Thus, the story unfolds, revealing the destinies shaped by divine will and the promise of protection and auspiciousness for all who seek the Lord.