With deep devotion, one begins the sacred observances by worshipping Goddess Lakshmi alongside Lord Narayana. The worshipper, intent on heartfelt devotion, offers prayers with the words, “Obeisance to Narayana,” honoring the Lord with unwavering focus. Hymns are sung, and the devotee, steadfast in his vow, pours his entire concentration into the worship. As part of the ritual, sesame seeds and ghee are offered into the sacred fire, the homa, performed carefully for the removal of all sins. Once the homa is properly completed, the worshipper recites the Shanti Sukta, invoking peace with sincere devotion. In the same manner, the fast undertaken for the deity is offered, filled with reverence. Turning to the Supreme Lord, the devotee prays: “I shall partake, O Lotus-eyed One; O Supreme Lord, be my refuge.” Approaching the ritual ground on his knees, he adorns it with white flowers and unbroken rice. After offering the arghya to the moon, he stands with joined palms, praying with humility. Facing east and gazing at the moon, the devotee offers salutations: “To you, Lord of Rohini, brother of Lakshmi, I offer my salutations.” Throughout, he maintains control over his senses, purifies himself, and avoids the company of heretics. Again, he worships the deity according to his means and capacity. Together with his relatives, servants, and others, he partakes in the meal, observing restraint in speech. With devotion, he worships Narayana, the faultless one. The concluding ritual is then performed, as prescribed. The devotee adorns the area with garlands of flowers, canopies, and banners. Mirrors, fans, and water pots surround the space. He places a pot filled with water above the decorated spot, and atop this, he sets an image of Lakshmi-Narayana. With offerings of food, eatables, and oblations, he continues the worship, maintaining devotion and control over his senses. On the following morning, he worships Vishnu once again, observing the prescribed method. He feeds Brahmins according to his ability, with sincerity and restraint. The wise person then performs the fire offering properly at the flag-raising ceremony. Enjoying great pleasures with his sons, wives, and grandsons, the devotee ultimately attains the abode of Vishnu—a realm difficult even for yogis to reach. This observance destroys all sins, bestows merit, and brings pleasure to Vishnu. It is worshipped by Brahma and others; indeed, its merits are equal to those of raising the sacred flag. Alternatively, service to the tulasi plant or worship of Shiva’s lingam also brings similar results, for the act of raising the flag destroys all sins. The scripture now describes all these acts in detail. The devotee begins by bathing carefully, first brushing the teeth. Donning clean, washed garments and purified, the Brahmana stands before Narayana. After performing the daily rites, he worships Vishnu. During the flag-raising ceremony, the nāndīśrāddha should not be performed. Instead, he worships the Sun, Garuda, and the Moon, especially with offerings of turmeric, grapes, unguents, and white flowers. At home, he places the vessel and arranges the portions of ghee and other offerings in proper order, thus completing the sacred observance.