In the sacred land of Utkala, there exists a field adorned by people devoted to their own duties—men and women of all castes, healthy and joyful, filling the area with vibrant life. This place, celebrated as the repository of all knowledge, virtues, and dharmas, is endowed with every quality and is supremely rare, a treasure among holy fields. Within its boundaries reside the foremost sages and the renowned Supreme Person. As long as the expanse of Utkala is described, it is by Krishna’s grace that this land is considered most holy, for here abides the Soul of the Universe, the Supreme Person himself. The Lord of the Universe, who pervades all, is established there, accompanied by myself, Rudra, Shakra, and the gods led by Agni. We, the foremost sages, dwell always in that land, along with Gandharvas, Apsaras, ancestors, gods, and humans. Yakshas, Vidyadharas, Siddhas, sages with strict vows, rishis, Valakhilyas, Kashyapa and other lords of progeny also reside here. Suparnas, Kinnaras, Nagas, and other heavenly beings are present, together with the four Vedas and various scriptures. Histories and Puranas, sacrifices with generous gifts, sacred rivers, holy places, and shrines all enrich the land. Even seas and mountains are established here, making it the most holy land, served by gods, sages, and ancestors. Who would not desire to dwell in a place endowed with every enjoyment? What land could be more excellent, or what could surpass it? Where the liberating Lord himself resides, those who dwell in Utkala, renowned for their wisdom, are truly blessed. Bathing in the waters of the king of sacred places, they behold the Supreme Person; such mortals dwell in heaven and do not go to the abode of Yama. Those who live in the holy field of Shri Purushottama in Utkala, their lives are fruitful, for they are wise and blessed. Those who behold the foremost among the gods—his serene, wide eyes, beautiful brows, hair, crown, and charming ear ornaments; his lovely smile, beautiful teeth, splendid earrings, fine nose, handsome cheeks, noble forehead, and auspicious marks—behold the lotus face of Krishna, which brings joy to the three worlds. In ancient times, during the Krita age, there lived a king named Indradyumna, renowned for valor equal to Indra. He spoke truth, was pure and skillful, expert in all scriptures, handsome, fortunate, courageous, generous, a lover of enjoyment, and pleasant in speech. He performed all sacrifices, was devoted to Brahmins, steadfast in truth, skilled in archery, the Vedas, and other scriptures, and accomplished in deeds. Beloved by men and women, he shone like the moon on a full-moon night; like the sun, he was difficult to behold and a source of terror to his enemies. A Vaishnava, endowed with virtue, master of anger and senses, a student of yoga and Sankhya, desiring liberation, and devoted to righteousness, he ruled the earth as a repository of all virtues. As he ruled, King Indradyumna developed the intention to worship Hari. He pondered, “How shall I worship the god of gods, Janardana? In which field, or holy place, on which riverbank, or in which ashram?” Absorbed in such thoughts, he surveyed the land in his mind, observing all holy places, fields, and ancient sites. Renouncing all those places, he went to the renowned supreme field that bestows liberation—Purushottama. Arriving at that excellent field, with abundant strength and resources, he performed an Ashvamedha sacrifice according to the rules, giving generous gifts. He constructed a grand and famous temple, and installed Sankarshana, Krishna, and Subhadra there, being mighty. The king properly established five holy bathing places there, performing bathing, charity, austerity, fire offerings, and worship of the gods. With devotion, he worshipped Purushottama daily according to the rules, and by the grace of the god of gods, he attained liberation. O twice-born, one who sees Markandeya, Krishna, and Rama, and bathes at the Indradyumna-named ocean, surely attains liberation. Why did that king, Indradyumna, lord of the world, formerly go to the supreme field, bestowing liberation, Purushottama? How did he worship the Supreme Person with a horse sacrifice? How did he construct, in that field which grants all fruits and is exceedingly rare, a temple renowned throughout the three worlds? How did that tiger among kings establish Krishna, Rama, and Subhadra, and protect the field? How did that wise ruler place Krishna and others, worshipped by the gods, in that excellent temple? O best of gods, recount all this in detail, exactly as it happened, without omission—the deeds of that wise king. We do not attain satisfaction from the nectar of your words; O Brahman, we wish to hear more, for our curiosity is indeed great. Excellent, excellent, O best of twice-born, that you ask about this ancient matter, which removes all sin, is auspicious, and grants enjoyment and liberation. I will tell you his deeds as they happened in the Krita age; listen, O foremost sages, with effort and controlled senses.