In ancient times, there arose a notable enmity between the sage Parāśara and Viśvāmitra. Yet, by the will of the divine, this discord served a greater purpose, ultimately benefiting Viśvāmitra. It was during this era that the Lord, seeing the need, divided the single, four-part Veda into four distinct Vedas. Through the dedicated efforts of his disciples and their disciples in turn, innumerable branches of the Veda came into being. The eminent sages, ever desiring righteousness, sought deeper understanding and questioned further. Among them was Sunābha, whose form shone with a divine radiance and seven limbs, and who was praised with auspicious words. The sages were instructed that by following Sunābha in proper order, they would receive the sacred recitation. The land where this took place was declared holy, and in that moment, the Lord spoke. He named the sacred rivers and places: the Gaṅgā, the Garbha, the Yavāhāra, and the Naimiṣeyas. At that time, the sages of Naimiṣa, following the prescribed rituals, performed a sacrifice. These sages were renowned for their supreme compassion. When a king arrived, they honored him as a guest and showed him great affection. Upon the king’s departure, the other kings and sages also took their leave. Soon after, another gathering was convened by the great sages for a further sacrifice. During the twelve-year sacrificial session at Naimisha, Tvaraṇya, the son of Yadu, was born, along with ten thousand others. Thus, the topics and summary of the Purāṇas were described, and the essence of even the greatest subjects was briefly indicated for ease of understanding. It was said that whoever studies this first section properly, with controlled senses, and whoever knows the four Vedas with their appendages and Upanishads, becomes truly learned. The Veda, in fact, fears those with little knowledge, thinking, “He will bring me harm.” By attaining this section, one avoids delusion and finds the desired path. Whoever understands its etymology is freed from all sins. Even at the time of dissolution, it creates a path; at the time of destruction, there is no return. Then, the question arose: where had those of wondrous deeds held their sacrificial session? And how did the wise one recount the Purāṇa there? Thus urged, Sūta spoke auspicious words in reply, describing how long the session lasted and the manner in which it was conducted. The sacrificial session was exceedingly meritorious, enduring for a thousand years. During this sacred time, Iḍā became the wife, and the wise Śāmitra was present. The gods themselves drank there for a thousand years. Through these acts, Naimisha became renowned and honored among sages. There, Rohini gave birth to a daughter, and Gomati appeared instantly. From Rundhati’s daughter came a son of supreme brilliance. Within this gathering, enmity arose between Viśvāmitra and Vasishtha, leading to Vasishtha’s defeat, for his wisdom was obstructed. Because Naimisha was born there, its people came to be known as Naimishiyas. In the days when the mighty Pururavas ruled the earth, he was never swayed by the abundance of gems, for he was not greedy, as tradition tells. United with Urvashi, he performed that great sacrifice. Thus, the story unfolds, revealing the sacred events, the wisdom of the sages, and the merit gained through devotion and sacrifice in the holy land of Naimisha.