Hear now the glory of Kusumeśvara, O listener. Those who behold Gaṇapa, renowned as Kusumeśvara, are truly blessed. Whosoever worships Kusumeśvara with offerings of flowers—even for a single day, with focused mind and devotion—attains great merit. The power of such worship is immense: even a mortal who beholds him with concentrated devotion, even briefly, is uplifted. Thus, by these blessings, Kusumeśvara has been endowed with wondrous boons. The greatness of the god Kusumeśvara has thus been declared. By merely seeing Kusumeśvara, clarity and good understanding arise within people. In the ancient days, at the dawn of the kalpa, you alone, O supreme power, manifested. In that time, the gods, kinnaras, humans, and mighty serpents all praised you together. Some offered their salutations, while others composed hymns in your honor. Yet, among them was Bhṛṅgiriṭi, who, having taken on a harsh and arrogant mind, grew exceedingly proud. He thought, "There is but one god, Mahādeva. What need have I for this woman?" He questioned, "Why do you not perform worship, circumambulation, or praise? O Gaṇeśa, why do you act with such greed?" Thus, provoked, Bhṛṅgiriṭi, filled with both anger and pride, spoke these words. He proclaimed, "He alone is my mother; he alone is my father. You, too, O Pārvatī, have taken refuge in him." Hearing these words, you, O Goddess, were angered and said, "Having become a son, why do you speak to me without kindness?" By your yogic power, you declared that Bhṛṅgiriṭi would have nails, teeth, bones, genitals, speech, and a head. Instantly, by your might, these features appeared on him. From that moment, O slender-thighed one, Bhṛṅgiriṭi bore those marks: nails, teeth, bones, and a nose. Stricken with sorrow, he abandoned you and came to me. Because of his exceedingly wicked mind and cruel intent, he acted thus. You, O Goddess, addressed him accordingly. Bhṛṅgiriṭi, your attendant, then departed to Puṣkara Island to perform severe austerities, his mind purified by penance so intense that the world itself was scorched. Seeing this, Brahmā, Viṣṇu, and Śakra, together with the other gods, approached me. I recounted all that had transpired before them, for even the three worlds had become insensible due to these events. The gods advised, "Let Pārvatī be entreated, O son; she will grant you a boon." Thus, you, O great goddess, were implored. You said, "Son, go forth by my command. You will again attain Kailāsa, attended by Siddhas and Gandharvas, where simply by seeing it, auspicious understanding arises. Even those who are ungrateful, atheists, cruel, or betrayers of trust—by beholding that liṅga, they too become enjoyers of heaven." In those days, Keśihā, having adopted a cruel resolve, slew Kaṃsa. Thereafter, he went to the great Kāla forest and satisfied Maheśvara with his devotion. Hearing your words, Bhṛṅgiriṭi worshipped the god with severe austerity. Meanwhile, O Goddess, you emerged from the midst of the liṅga, adorned with half a braid bound by the king of serpents. Half your form shone resplendent, garlanded with leaves and vines, and crowned with the crescent moon. Witnessing this wondrous sight, Bhṛṅgiriṭi was filled with amazement, for Umā and Śaṃkara were revealed as one eternal body. Thus is revealed the profound glory and unity of the divine, and the greatness of Kusumeśvara.