On the sacred stone atop the mountain, those who perform śrāddha and similar rites are blessed to attain the world of Brahma. This mountain, with its broad, flat summit, is pervaded by all the gods, making it a place of great sanctity. Among its many wonders, the lotus grove stands out as especially distinguished, its beauty and holiness renowned. This mountain is called Krauñca's Foot, and it is said to grant the world of Brahma to the ancestors when honored with proper rites. The stone upon this mountain, though appearing as an unmanifest rock, is in truth permeated by the presence of the gods themselves. In the course of time, the primordial bearer of the mace, the mighty Gadadhara, revealed himself and took his place there. For the protection of righteousness and the destruction of unrighteousness, he manifested in various forms: as the Tortoise, the Boar, the Man-Lion, the Dwarf, and the mighty Rāma—each incarnation a testament to his divine purpose. Gadadhara thus appears in both manifest and unmanifest forms, ever-present for the welfare of the world. Therefore, the primordial bearer of the mace is to be worshipped with the greatest reverence—with water for the feet, fragrances, flowers, and other offerings. Arghya, vessels, fragrant waters, incense, garments, a crown, a bell, a fly-whisk, and objects pleasing to the eye are all to be offered in devotion. For those who worship in this way, wealth, grain, long life, and every form of prosperity arise. They are granted a virtuous wife, the joys of heaven, and, upon returning from heaven, sovereignty on earth. Freed from the bonds of violence and captivity, in the end, such devotees attain liberation itself. Those who worship Jagannātha, Subhadrā, and Balabhadra receive blessings from the supreme person, the king, the Sun, and the host of deities. By bowing to Kapardin, the Lord of Obstacles, all hindrances are removed. Worshipping the twelve Ādityas frees one from every disease. Honoring Revanta brings excellent horses, while Sarasvatī bestows knowledge and Lakṣmī grants prosperity. By worshipping Kṣetrapāla, one is freed from planetary afflictions; by honoring the Eight Nāgas, one is protected from snakebite. Worship of Balabhadra brings strength and health, and honoring the Supreme Person fulfills all desires. Touching and bowing to Narasiṃha grants victory in battle, and by touching the garland-bearing Vidyādharas, one attains their exalted status. Worshipping Somanātha leads to the world of Śiva, and bowing to Rāmeśvara makes one beloved among Rāma’s followers. Kāleśvara’s devotees become victorious over death, and honoring Siddheśvara brings perfection and entrance to the city of Brahmā. Such a devotee uplifts a hundred generations of his lineage, leading them all to the city of Brahmā. Whatever one desires—pleasures, liberation, or all things—can be attained by honoring Ādigadādhara. A woman who wishes for children, upon receiving progeny, should worship Gadadhara in gratitude. By rightly honoring Gadadhara, one attains the world of Brahma. Gadadhara, present in the form of a stone, is indeed the supreme divinity here. Thus concludes the eighty-sixth chapter, "The Greatness of Gaya," in the Achara Section of the First Part of the illustrious Garuda Mahapurana. Now, I shall describe the fourteen Manus and their sons, beginning with Shuka and others. Among them are the great sages: Marichi, Atri, Angiras, Pulastya, Pulaha, and Kratu—each a luminary in the lineage of creation.