O Vasundharā, listen as the sacred rites of initiation for each varṇa are revealed, leading to liberation from worldly existence. First, for the kṣatriya: he stands before Viṣṇu and recites, “O Viṣṇu, all weapons have been renounced, all kṣatriya duties have been abandoned.” Having spoken these words, the kṣatriya remains at the Lord’s side, steadfast and humble. He continues, “O god of gods, I do not touch weapons, nor do I utter slander, O Lord.” After expressing this resolve, he worships all that is present, honoring creation in its fullness. Then, as instructed, he offers food upon the ground to those gathered. This, O goddess, is the initiation for a kṣatriya, bringing freedom from the bonds of worldly life. Next, the initiation for a vaiśya is explained. “Listen to the truth of it, O beautiful one,” says the Lord. The vaiśya abandons his duties and becomes devoted to the service of Viṣṇu. All that was previously spoken applies here as well. The place is purified with cow dung, as before, and the initiate takes an udumbara stick in his right hand to clean his teeth. Kneeling upon the ground, he recites, “I, a vaiśya, have come to you, having given up all vaiśya duties and associations.” Having spoken thus, he too becomes devoted to the Lord’s service. Agriculture, cattle-rearing, and trade—both buying and selling—are all relinquished. He offers salutations to the gods and the Bhagavatas assembled before him. Thus is the initiation for vaiśyas who follow the path of Viṣṇu. Now, hear the rites for a śūdra who is devoted to the Lord. For a śūdra desiring initiation, these rites are performed swiftly. He is anointed up to eight hands’ length and led forward. A Vaiṣṇava staff and a blue garment are bestowed upon him. Seeking refuge in the Lord alone, he recites the mantra: abandoning all that is edible and inedible, and giving up the duties of a śūdra, he becomes freed from sin, restored to awareness, and devoid of desire. To please his guru, he recites, “By the grace of Viṣṇu, I perform this act for liberation from worldly existence, as before, having obtained the secret from the gracious one; be pleased.” After clearly reciting this mantra, he circumambulates the sacred space. Worship is then performed with fragrance and garlands. This, O goddess, is the initiation for śūdras; such is the procedure. Hear also, O Vasundharā, the distinctions for each varṇa: a brāhmaṇa receives a white umbrella, a kṣatriya a red one. At that time, Sūta recounts, Varāha bowed to the earth and spoke again. The Earth, with reverence, asked, “What should your devoted followers do after they have been initiated?” Upon hearing her words, a sound like thunder and drums echoed from the clouds. Śrī Varāha replied, “I am to be contemplated everywhere, but secretly, in the presence of the assembly.” Hearing the words of Nārāyaṇa, the Earth, steadfast in her vows and pure, foremost among devotees, remained ever engaged in the Lord’s actions. Folding her hands in reverence, she addressed Nārāyaṇa, “Absorbed in thought of you, O Mādhava, what should be done here? By whom should you be contemplated, you who are beyond thought, transcending mortals?” Thus, the sacred procedures for initiation and contemplation were revealed, guiding the devoted on the path of liberation and service to Viṣṇu.