The assembled gods, with deep devotion, approached the Lord of the universe and prayed, “O Master, grant us this boon: protect these beings.” In response, the Lord assured them, “This liṅga will surely bring safety and health to all.” Then, the god Lakulīśa became manifest in a tangible form. He would henceforth be known throughout the world as Kuṭumbeśvara, the lord of families. By the Lord’s command, Lakulīśa ascended and became one with that sacred liṅga. The Lord declared, “Whoever beholds Kuṭumbeśvara, illustrious one, especially on the fifth day of the bright fortnight of the month of Ashvina, will gain great prosperity and freedom from illness. Those who approach with devotion—seeing, touching, and worshipping—particularly at a place near a river, pond, or well, and who have bathed with a focused mind on a Monday or Sunday, will earn the merit equal to a thousand Rajasuya sacrifices and a hundred Vajapeya sacrifices. This, O Devi, is the truth I have revealed to you: the power of Kuṭumbeśvara destroys all sin.” The Lord continued, “By the mere sight of this liṅga, one attains fame and renown.” He then recounted a tale to Devi: “Once there was a king named Indradyumna, sovereign of the earth. He witnessed countless grand sacrifices performed upon the earth, all abundant in generous offerings. Yet, after enjoying his rewards in heaven, Indradyumna fell from that celestial realm, his fame lost, and he was overcome with sorrow. He pondered deeply: ‘The fruits of actions performed here are enjoyed in heaven, but when those merits are exhausted, one falls—this is the flaw. One remains in heaven only as long as one’s fame endures on earth; as long as one’s name is remembered, so long does one remain spoken of. But when infamy arises regarding the departed, their downfall is assured. Therefore, one must live virtuously, for otherwise there is certain decline.’ ‘I extol the highest fame, for it alone brings one to heaven. As long as a person’s fame remains undiminished on earth, they dwell in celestial realms, free from sweat, foul odor, or impurity, carried in aerial chariots and adorned with splendid ornaments.’ Reflecting thus, King Indradyumna journeyed to the place where the sage Markandeya had performed great austerities. Approaching the steadfast and revered sage, the king asked respectfully, ‘O knower of dharma, you are aware of all gods, demons, and rakshasas; nothing in this world is hidden from you. Tell me, how does lasting fame arise in the world, and what is the true fruit of austerity?’ Markandeya replied, ‘As long as one’s fame endures on earth, one remains among the gods. Near the Lord Kalkaleshvara, on the left side, there is a sacred liṅga. By worshipping there, you will attain supreme fame.’ Following this guidance, Indradyumna went to that holy place and worshipped the renowned liṅga. As he did so, celestial beings stationed in the sky addressed him, saying, ‘From this day forward, O king, this liṅga shall bear your name.’ ‘Those who worship God Indradyumneshvara will, delighted and praised by gods and sages alike, ascend to heaven. Even those who merely behold the liṅga, whether out of desire or by chance, will not fall from heaven for as long as fourteen Indras reign. They will also deliver their maternal and paternal lineages.’ Hearing these words, all the gods came together and worshipped the liṅga with great devotion and care, honoring the power and promise bestowed upon it.