The twice-born sages remember the lords of past, present, and future as the triad of worlds, a profound truth woven into the fabric of creation. Of these, the future is especially recalled as heaven, and now the means of attaining these realms shall be explained. At the dawn of manifestation, the sacred syllable 'bhūḥ' was first uttered. With this utterance, the world known as Bhūloka—the earth—came into being. Its existence and perception gave it the name Bhūloka, signifying the tangible realm. In this world, the next word, 'bhūvaḥ', was spoken by Brahmā, the creator. From the concept of 'bhavana', meaning 'becoming', the world Bhuvarloka arose, its name derived from this etymology. When this second world was thus produced, Brahmā uttered its name once more, affirming its existence. For what is yet to come, the word 'bhavya' is recognized as indicating the future, the world that awaits. Thus, 'bhūḥ' is remembered as the earth, 'bhuvaḥ' as the atmosphere, and with these three utterances—each linked to the three worlds—the three Vyāhṛtis were established. Because of these worlds—past, present, and future—the chief among the gods, the Indras, and those possessing distinct qualities came into being. Alongside them were yajñas, Gandharvas, Rākṣasas, Piśācas, and human beings, each occupying their place in the cosmic order. The Indras among the gods, teachers, lords, kings, and ancestors are indeed these beings, forming the general characteristic of the Indras of the gods. Among those who are celebrated, Gādhija—the wise Kauśika, known as Viśvāmitra, the great ascetic—stands prominent. Bṛhaspati’s son, Bharadvāja of great renown, is also counted among them. Svāyambhuva, Atri the blessed, and Brahmakośa are the fifth. Vatsara and Kāśyapa complete the list, these seven esteemed by the virtuous. Ikṣvāku, Nṛga, Dhṛṣṭa, Śaryāti, Karūṣa, Pṛṣadhra, and Pāṃśu are remembered as the ninth. Thus are these recounted, marking the seventh among them. Why should I narrate further in detail and order, when the essence has been shared? Let us now begin the third section in detail, including its introduction. O Brahmins, listen as I recite this section in summary. O twice-born, hear the creation in detail and sequence. Along with the great hosts of gods, sages, and Dānavas, with humans, animals, birds, and immovable beings, I shall declare the creation of Vaivasvata, having bowed to Vivasvat. In the previous Svāyambhuva Manvantara, seven great sages prevailed. The mighty sages, sons of Dakṣa, Bhṛgu, and others, again gave rise to seven sages—seven mind-born ones. These great souls, creators of progeny, produced offspring, filling the world anew. I shall declare the origin of those whose knowledge and deeds are pure. The whole world was again filled, adorned with planets and stars, and those progeny were considered as sons. Tell us of them, O best of the good. Having reached another Manvantara, it is indeed the Vaivasvata now. In the world of people, those who return once are born anew. These illustrious ones, at the great sacrifice extended by Varuṇa, are all descendants of the Grandfather. May that lineage bring us welfare.