Jayadhvaja was a man of deep reverence, constantly engaged in respectful salutations, and beloved by the devotees of Hari. His deeds stirred wonder among those around him. One day, Vītihotra, a Brahmin accomplished in the Vedas and their branches, approached Jayadhvaja with curiosity. He said, “Among those devoted to Vishnu, you are the foremost, O best of the Bharatas. Tell me, O greatly fortunate one, what result is known to you? You are always engaged in the auspicious cleaning of Vishnu’s house. Yet, why are you always striving in these two acts? If you have affection for me, reveal to me the most secret matter.” Jayadhvaja, humble and respectful, bowed with joined palms and replied, “Because of remembrance from birth, I know something that will astonish you. Listen carefully. There was once a Brahmin named Raivata, highly learned in the Vedas and their branches. Yet, he was slanderous, harsh, and a seller of things unfit for trade. He became poor, afflicted with suffering, his limbs wasted and stricken by disease. Tormented by breathlessness and coughing, he died on the bank of the Narmada. His wife, devoted only to her own desires, was abandoned by her relatives. Raivata was constantly engaged in great sins, always intent on enmity toward Brahmins. He killed many cows, Brahmins, and countless deer and birds. Addicted to drinking liquor, he often blocked roads. Once, inflamed by desire, he wished to go and enjoy a woman. At night, for the sake of pleasure, he lay with a lover. O Brahmin, as many grains of dust as were swept up there—each was significant. A lamp was placed there, O best of Brahmins, for the purpose of enjoyment. While this was happening in the house of Vishnu, the city guards arrived. They killed us both, and then departed. But adorned with crowns and earrings and decorated with garlands of forest flowers, we ascended a divine aerial chariot, endowed with every enjoyment. There we remained, O best of Brahmins, for a full hundred ages of Brahma. Then, by the arrangement of the gods, in due course, I returned to earth. By that very act, O Achyuta, I gained prosperity and a kingdom free from trouble. Those who perform that act with devotion—their merit has no limit that I know. I strive with supreme devotion, for I remember my previous births. Freed from all sins, one attains the highest state. What then of those who worship properly, along with devotees who are peaceful? Absorbed in the worship of Hari, one attains endless satisfaction. Whether knowingly or unknowingly, worshippers are granted liberation. Death is always near; therefore, one should practice the essence of righteousness. When the body itself is subject to imminent danger, what can be said of wealth and the like? Let their devotion be pure for Janardana, the God of gods. All sacrifices are easy to perform, but devotion to Vishnu is very difficult to obtain. Compassion for all beings is easily found in anyone.” Thus, Jayadhvaja shared his story, revealing the profound results of devotion and the importance of pure worship, leaving Vītihotra and all listeners deeply moved and inspired.