When the gods were troubled and sought guidance, they approached Brahmā and asked, “Where is the great god Maheśvara?” Brahmā, joined by the other gods, then turned to the leader of the Gaṇas, seeking answers. With reverence, they bowed and pleaded, “Tell us, O mighty one. We will offer you sweet balls in gratitude.” The leader of the Gaṇas revealed, “This young elephant is indeed the great god, recognized by the wisest among us.” The gods themselves realized the truth, for the elephant spoke with divine authority. Śaṅkara, pondering how his true nature had been discovered, was filled with amazement. In that sacred place, he manifested a divine liṅga, which came to be known as Karabheśvara. From that moment, Śaṅkara gained renown as Karabheśvara, and the elephant itself, honored by its own name, was established and revered. The gods began to worship Karabheśvara with fragrant flowers and offerings of food, and the blessings bestowed upon them were profound. There could be no doubt—those who worshipped there attained even greater benefit. Thus, Karabheśvara became famous throughout the world as the bestower of prosperity. Sanatkumāra continued, describing how the gods worshipped Vighnanātha with sweet balls. Whoever worships him with devotion finds that no obstacle arises in their path. On the fourth day, after fasting and bathing especially in the sacred Śiprā river, devotees offer water mixed with red sandalwood, preceded by the recitation of mantras. Divine incense, fragrant and pleasing to the lover of sweet balls, is presented. Such worship ensures that disease, fear, or obstacles never trouble the devotee. When they return to the world, they are born as rulers of the earth. Those who worship with faith rejoice in the realm of Śiva. Whoever beholds Jayeśvara, the great lord and god of gods, or worships the Śiva liṅga at the gate of Śiva, receives immense blessings. Sanatkumāra then spoke of another sacred site—the supreme Mārkaṇḍeśvara. Seeing the god Śaṃkara there grants the fruit of the Vājapeya sacrifice. Sanatkumāra addressed Vyāsa, describing the most excellent place in the city, where the wishes of devotees are fulfilled and they are protected as a father protects his son. The goddess there was worshipped by Brahma and praised by the greatest gods; she existed even before Brahma, granting perfect accomplishments to her devotees. Whoever, after bathing in the Brahma lake, beholds Brahmeshvara Shiva, receives divine blessings. Sanatkumāra then described the supreme sacrificial pond, the pit created for sacrifice, remembered as the sacrificial pond. Whoever bathes there becomes pure and, upon beholding Pashupati, is rewarded with palaces made of gold, jewels, pearls, and all pleasures desired. Bathing in the pond of beauty makes a man handsome. Bathing in the pond of love purifies and focuses the devotee, granting desired pleasure, and after death, leads them to Shiva’s abode. On the bright eighth day of Ashadha, those who perform a vigil receive special merit. Bathing in the elephant pond and worshipping the universal form brings blessings. Bathing in the goat-scented pond and beholding Brahmeshvara Shiva bestows further grace. Those who bathe at the Chakra tirtha and worship the lord of the chakra attain the world of Rudra, residing in a palace of their choosing. Becoming pure like Soma, they delight in the world of Soma. At the end, Vyāsa asked, “How did all this happen? I wish to hear the truth of it.