O revered sage, listen to this wisdom: when the Lord of the universe is pleased with a devotee, He graciously grants her His own divine abode. Indeed, those who are steadfast in worshipping the gods bring satisfaction to Keśava Himself. Yet, let no one be carried away by pride, for wealth is as fleeting and unstable as a flash of lightning. Riches are ever troubled by kings and others, and can be destroyed in a single moment. Consider how much of life is gathered, only to be lost through food and other enjoyments. How much is spent in sensual pleasures, and when will one turn to the performance of righteous deeds? Therefore, while youth remains, let righteous actions be performed without pride. The highest state, the supreme refuge, is freedom from calamities and destruction. Why should a man commit sin in vain, clinging to the illusion of permanence? One should never place trust in this world, especially amidst the uncertainty of death. To end the union of the body, one must worship Janārdana at once. Constant worship of Viṣṇu is essential, for human birth is exceedingly rare and precious. Even the confused somehow attain human birth, but the tendency for enjoyment among men is only the result of austerities performed in previous births. Who is more foolish than one who is dull-minded and insensible? Where can discernment be found among those who are extremely foolish? Who would not worship that Brāhmaṇa, illuminated by the lamp of liberation from worldly existence? Even a twice-born who lacks devotion to Viṣṇu is considered lower than a dog-eater. When Hari is pleased, all is pleased, for He pervades everything. Thus, the entire universe, both moving and unmoving, ultimately dissolves into Viṣṇu. In the same way, Hari envelops the whole world, animate and inanimate. Know that both are near, and their destruction comes through service to Hari. He who severs the bonds of worldly existence should never be neglected; by worshipping him, O best of sages, one attains liberation. When the world abides in the name of Hari, it continues to revolve within samsara. Yet, when led away by the servants of Yama, a soul becomes powerless to practice righteousness. Therefore, one should worship Viṣṇu as long as liberation is desired. Since death is always near, one should be devoted to righteousness. Some, recognizing that all is perishable, neglect the practice of dharma. Thus, abandoning hypocritical conduct, one must worship Vāsudeva. Viṣṇu should be worshipped with all one's being, renouncing envy and falsehood. Anger brings about the decline of dharma and must be avoided; desire leads to the loss of reputation and should be given up. Actions leading to hell must also be abandoned. By joining oneself to the Supreme Self, true happiness is attained. Though Viṣṇu abides as Lord of the universe, the arrogant fail to worship Him. How, then, can those submerged in the ocean of worldly existence ever reach the far shore? Know this as truth: all diseases are destroyed by this path—this is the truth, the truth I declare. Those who recite these teachings are honored everywhere. Therefore, O sage, seek refuge in that One whose power is beyond comprehension.