In the sacred land known as Varāha Tirtha, beloved of Lord Hari, the comfort of holy residence is ever bestowed upon those who come. It was here, at this very place, that the Divine, in the form of Varāha, once lifted up the earth itself. Filled with reverence for this blessed site, a devotee resolves to journey in spirit to the auspicious realm of Vaikuṇṭha once more, and prays to Hari: “With this very form, O Lord, remain always at this holy place.” The Lord consents, vowing, “As you have said, I shall remain here, ever devoted to the welfare of the world.” Before this sacred presence lies a holy lake, its waters supremely pure. Bathing here with devotion, it is said, can free a person even from the grave sin of killing a Brāhmaṇa. Ancestors, too, are satisfied by offerings made here, their contentment lasting until the very dissolution of creation itself. On the proper day, O best of kings, one should bathe and undertake a vow at this spot. Those who, intent on devotion, perform the rites of libation and offer balls of food to their ancestors find great merit. The foremost Brāhmaṇas praise the giving of gifts at this place, and it is said a person will dwell in heaven for as many years as there are hairs on his body. Especially on the eleventh day, one should perform an excellent bath, for such is the greatness of Varāha Tirtha. Long ago, at this very site, Prabhā arrived accompanied by the radiant Moon. At that time, Dakṣa, the lord of progeny, had given twenty-seven daughters in marriage to the Moon. Among them, the Moon always delighted most in Rohiṇī. Feeling neglected, the other daughters, their eyes brimming with tears, approached their father Dakṣa after bowing in respect, and pleaded, “O lord of progeny, though we are blameless, our husband has abandoned us. Please, O best of gods, be our refuge and do what is beneficial for us all.” Dakṣa instructed the Moon, “Treat all my daughters equally.” Ashamed, the Moon agreed. But when Dakṣa departed, the Moon once again devoted himself solely to Rohiṇī. Distressed, all the daughters went to Dakṣa a second time, lamenting, “Afflicted by sorrow and misfortune, we are sure to perish.” Dakṣa, angered by the Moon’s disregard for his command, declared, “Because you, O Moon, did not heed my words, you have done wrong. Therefore, you shall waste away from consumption—there is no doubt.” Thus cursed, the Moon began to diminish day by day, stricken by consumption. In despair, he wondered what he could do to escape this dreadful fate. Resolving to seek help, he journeyed to Mount Arbud and undertook severe penance for ten thousand years. At last, Mahādeva, Lord Shiva, was pleased by the Moon’s devotion and said, “I will grant you a boon, even if it is very difficult to obtain.” The Moon replied, “O Lord of the world, my body has been afflicted by consumption.” Shiva responded, “The curse of that great soul, Dakṣa, cannot be undone. However, you must treat all those maidens equally, as he commanded. From now on, O Moon, when the Krishna fortnight wanes, you will diminish; when the Shukla fortnight waxes, you will grow again.” Shiva then proclaimed, “Whoever bathes here with devotion will surely attain the highest state. By offering piṇḍa here, one’s ancestors will ascend to heaven. Because your lost radiance was restored at this pure-watered tirtha, this place shall be renowned as Prabhāsa Tirtha. All who bathe here shall attain the supreme state.” Thus, the greatness of Varāha Tirtha and Prabhāsa Tirtha became celebrated, sanctified by the presence of the Divine and the legends of the Moon and Dakṣa’s daughters. The holy waters continue to offer blessings to all who come in faith, promising liberation, fulfillment, and peace to both the living and the ancestors.