In the course of the Kali Yuga, the world would witness a decline in righteousness and virtue. Beggars, driven by hunger, would accept disciples not out of genuine compassion or spiritual intent, but merely for the sake of food. Even those who outwardly appeared to serve their teachers or husbands would, in truth, disregard their commands and stray from the path of duty. When such behaviors became common among the twice-born—those who were once the upholders of dharma—it would be a clear sign that the influence of Kali was on the rise. The wise, seeing these omens, would recognize the growing strength of Kali. With the loss of righteousness, prosperity too would vanish from the world, leaving it bereft and sorrowful. Yet, in the midst of this darkness, Kali could never afflict those devoted to the worship of Hari. In Dvapara Yuga, sacrifices were praised as the highest virtue, but in Kali Yuga, charity alone would be celebrated. Remarkably, what required a month of effort to attain in Dvapara could be gained in Kali Yuga in just a day and night. Whatever spiritual merit was achieved then could now be attained simply by chanting the holy name of Keshava. Those who devoted themselves to the worship of Hari would remain untouched by the afflictions of Kali. Whether they were free from desire or filled with longing, Kali would not trouble them. Such devotees were considered equal to Shiva himself—there was no need for further deliberation on their greatness. When the dreadful age of Kali arrived, one who meditated on Vishnu would not fall, even as righteousness disappeared from the world. In such times, only the remembrance of Hari could bring about true fulfillment and completeness. Those who constantly recited these teachings would not be afflicted by Kali, nor would even those who merely uttered these sacred words. Brahmins who spoke thus were undoubtedly fulfilled, and those who acted in accordance with these principles had nothing to fear from Kali. In this age, true devotees of Hari would be exceedingly rare. Yet, even those who engaged in unrighteous acts would not be condemned to hell if they remembered Hari, for the only atonement for a mind lacking purity was the name of the Lord. O twice-born, as one is inspired by these truths, so should one act. A devotee of Narayana should offer everything to the great Vishnu, and by simply remembering Hari, they would attain completeness. Therefore, devotion to Hari was extremely rare among the wicked. Those who possessed it were indeed fortunate—great souls who brought benefit even to the virtuous. Truly, O twice-born, all actions found their completion through devotion to Hari. Even those revered by the three worlds were worthy of your respect, so what need was there for further words from others? The age of Kali could never afflict mortals devoted to the names of Hari. In Kali Yuga, truly, there was no other way. Having attained supreme bliss, the sage spoke again: “The supreme, eternal Brahman, the light of the world, has been revealed. He who remembers the lotus-eyed one destroys all sins.” Then, a disciple spoke: “What you have said, I accept. But how can I truly understand without an example? Please tell me how a mind that is sinking may attain stability.” Sanaka, remembering the supreme Narayana, replied, “He who is skilled in the Vedanta scriptures may guide you back; he is most worthy of reverence among the noble.” At this, Sanandana began to inquire about the dharmas of liberation, asking, “At the time of dissolution, where does it go? Tell me this, O Sanandana.