After worshipping Virūpākṣa, the great asura received sustenance in the form of milk, a divine reward for his devotion. Seeking even greater merit, he journeyed to a supreme holy place, his heart set on accumulating virtue. Continuing his sacred pilgrimage, he honored Suvarṇākṣa with worship, and then made his way to the revered region of Naimisha. There, from amidst Tomtī, Kāñcanākṣī, and Gurudāyā, he paid homage to the sages who dwelt in the Naimisha forest, acknowledging their wisdom and ascetic power. His quest led him onward to Gayā, where he sought the Lord of Cows. At Gayā, he performed the meritorious offering of piṇḍa for his ancestors, fulfilling his duties and expressing reverence for his lineage. He then worshipped Gadāpāṇi and Gopati Śaṅkara, further deepening his devotion. After bathing in the waters of the great river, he proceeded to Sarayū. Observing a fast for one night, he arrived at the city of Virajā. There, for the sake of vision, the illustrious one sought out Ajita, the Supreme Person, and remained in his presence for six nights, absorbing the sanctity of the place. When his stay was complete, he traveled to southern Mahendra. Having seen, worshipped, and honored the ancestors there, he moved to northern Mahendra. At that sacred site, he bathed at Soma-tīrtha and then approached Sahya mountain, having seen the excellent deities: Śambhu, Gopāla, and the drinker of Soma. After worshipping both the gods and the ancestors, he journeyed to the Pāriyātra mountain. Reaching the region of Kaśeru, he beheld Viśvarūpa. In that moment, the knower of yoga revealed himself as Viśvarūpa, manifesting his true form. Prahāda, ever devoted, continued to the fragrant Malaya mountain. The yogic soul then traveled to the Vindhya mountain to see Sadashiva. Fasting for three nights, he pressed onward to the city of Avanti. There, he witnessed Mahakala, who dwelled in the cremation ground, bearing a physical form. Assuming a dark aspect, the Lord of restraint enacted destruction. Having burned Antaka, the taker of all beings, Mahakala offered protection. Surrounded by countless Pramathas and worshipped by many gods, he stood as a mighty presence. Prahāda also beheld Yama, the restrainer, Death’s death, wondrous and marvelous. After worshipping the wielder of the trident, he traveled towards Nishadha. Upon reaching Mahodaya, he saw Hayagriva and offered him worship as well. He then honored Shridhara and moved on to the land of Panchala. There, after seeing the lord of Panchala, the self-controlled one journeyed to Prayaga. At Prayaga, he saw Vatishvara Rudra and Madhava, who rests in yoga. Observing a fast during the month of Magha, Prahāda proceeded to Varanasi. Bathing at the most sin-removing places, he worshipped both the ancestors and the gods. He then saw the restless Sun and traveled to Madhuvana. Having worshipped the radiant Sun, he reached the forest of Pushkara, which was fragrant with sandalwood. At Pushkara, he worshipped Brahma. At Kotitirtha, he saw Rudra of countless forms, the one with the bull-banner. From Dharmāraṇya, Pauṣkara, and Daṇḍakāraṇya, the twice-born ones gathered there to see Śaṅkara. Eager for precedence, they argued, each declaring, “I first, I first!” Observing their dispute, Bhava—out of compassion—manifested himself in countless forms, so that all might be satisfied and blessed by his presence.