O King, observe how one may partake of the remnants I have left behind. The mind of that king, however, became fixed in the harsh ways of foreign religions, turning away from the noble path. Hearing of this, Kālidāsa, filled with anger, addressed Mahāmada, declaring, “I will slay this wicked and immoral Vāhīka, the lowest of men.” Determined, he recited sacred mantras ten thousand times, offering one-tenth of that in oblation, seeking divine favor. Taking the ashes of his own guru, Kālidāsa shed all arrogance. What he established was placed in the very center of the land, where those devoted to arrogance continued to reside. At night, a being possessing a divine form and skilled in many illusions appeared. O King, remember that the noble dharma is truly yours, honored as the highest of all dharmas. Those who are castrated, without a topknot, and bearing beards are considered defilers. For them, animals not consecrated by Kaula rites are deemed edible. Therefore, those born with pestles are corrupters of dharma. After speaking these words, the deity departed, and the king returned to his home. Among the Śūdras, the wise one established their natural language. He also laid down a code of conduct, comparable to those of all the gods. The noble classes remained there, while at the end of the Vindhya mountains, mixed castes were found. In the land of the Barbarians, in Tuṣa, and on various islands, similar conditions prevailed. Those born in these regions were short-lived and dull, dying after three hundred years. That land came to be ruled by many kings during their reign. In their lineage, three kings also died after two hundred years. In the land of Kalpa, the king righteously established his own rule, being the ruler of Indraprastha and descended from the Tomara lineage. The Agni dynasty expanded and grew even more powerful, stretching north to the border of China and south to Setubandha. These rulers performed Agnihotra sacrifices, seeking the welfare of cows and Brahmins. A time equal to what is called Dvapara constantly revolves everywhere. In every village, the deity abides, and in every region, the sacrifice is established. Witnessing all this, the dreadful Kali, fearful and accompanied by foreigners, appeared. During a twelve-year period, Kali devoted himself to meditation and yoga. There, together with Radha, he praised Hari within his mind, praying, “Protect me, O ocean of mercy, for I have sought refuge at your feet. You are indeed the remover of all sins, O Hari, creator of all times. In Dvapara, you had a fair form, but by my destiny, you became dark. O Lord, in my four houses there are gambling, liquor, and gold.” Janardana, having abandoned his body, family, and kingdom, listened. Hearing this, the blessed Krishna smiled and spoke, “A portion of myself will descend to earth and destroy the mighty ones.” Having spoken thus, the Lord himself vanished right there. Meanwhile, O sage, listen to what happened next. He performed the excellent vow of the Nine Durgas for nine years, seeking divine blessings and fulfillment.