Clad in yellow garments, the demon approached and spoke with humility, “Today I am unable to conquer; tell me the reason for this.” In response, it was revealed to him that the wise and excellent Brāhmaṇa he faced was worthy of honor, even from gods and demons in the midst of battle. The demon was reminded that a vow once made, especially in the pursuit of righteousness, could not be rendered untrue. Accepting this truth, the demon turned to Viṣṇu and declared his intention to perform bodily purification before the Lord. He bathed his head and then stood, offering praises to the eternal Brahman with great reverence. Viṣṇu spoke to him with kindness: “Go; you will conquer him not by battle, but through devotion alone. By your grace, even Indra has been conquered—what then of Dharmaja? None can withstand your favor, O unborn one; what could I possibly do? He has undertaken austerity to establish righteousness. Victory will be yours through devotion; therefore, serve Dharmaja.” Hearing these words, the demon became joyful. He summoned Andhaka and said, “This kingdom, which I now relinquish, accept it, O mighty-armed one.” Having given up his claim, Prahlāda journeyed to the sacred hermitage of Badarikā. There, with hands joined in deep reverence, he bowed at the feet of the sages. The sages asked him, “For what reason have you bowed here, O great demon, before conquering me?” Prahlāda replied, “You are Nārāyaṇa, the infinite one, clad in yellow, O Janārdana. You are imperishable, the great lord, the eternal, the supreme person. The learned, having completed their studies, recite your name, and those devoted to sacrifice worship you. You are the great fish, the horse-headed one, and the noble tortoise. You are also the man-lion who destroyed my father. You are the sun, the moon, the origin of all that is immovable and movable, O Lord, master, banner of the king of birds. The entire universe is pervaded by you; who could conquer you, O Mādhava? Truly, you cannot be conquered, O all-pervading, imperishable one.” Viṣṇu, pleased with Prahlāda’s devotion, replied, “By exclusive devotion, I have been defeated by you, O Daitya. For the sake of discipline, I will grant you a boon; choose whatever you desire.” Prahlāda requested, “Let my sin be destroyed—both bodily and mental. Even if this boon has been granted to another, bestow it upon me.” Viṣṇu responded, “Ask for a second boon; that I will give you, O Asura.” Prahlāda said, “Let those devoted to worshipping the gods, whose minds are fixed on you, who are dedicated to you—may they be blessed.” Viṣṇu agreed, “Choose that, O mighty-armed one; I will grant it without hesitation.” Prahlāda then asked, “May my renown always be through your lotus feet.” Viṣṇu, ever compassionate, granted him these boons: “By my grace, you shall become ageless and immortal. For one whose mind is fixed on me, there will be no bondage of action for you. O Daitya, perform supreme righteousness befitting your own lineage.” Prahlāda humbly asked, “How shall I accept the kingdom, O teacher of the world, having renounced it?” Viṣṇu instructed him, “Become the adviser for the welfare of the Daityas and Danavas.” Having bowed to the Lord, Prahlāda, his heart filled with joy, returned to his own city. Though invited to rule, Nārada did not accept the kingdom. Instead, meditating and remembering Keśava, the incomprehensible one, he remained there, his body purified by yoga.