The eldest among them spoke with warmth, saying, “If it pleases you, O sinless one, I will take you.” Without delay, he mounted a vehicle fashioned like a celestial chariot, swift and radiant. Before departing, he offered a precious gift, urging, “Take this for the king; you must give him something priceless.” Rising from his place, he traveled to where the king was stationed. The king, delighted merely by his presence, welcomed him with affectionate words. With great honor, the king seated him upon half the throne, as if bestowing jewels or treasures upon him. The king spoke, “O sir, I will show you something wonderful and also tell you about it. As the army moves in half a moment, so you must do likewise.” Gokarna followed the king’s instructions precisely, his actions swift and skillful. Those gathered praised Gokarna again and again, exclaiming, “Well done! Well done!” Gokarna then reported all that had transpired to the king, who was pleased beyond measure. In gratitude, the king bestowed upon Gokarna villages and ancient cities. All recognized the supreme wonder—the great fruit born of the dharma of the sacred grove. Thus concludes the one hundred and seventy-second chapter in the Glorious Varaha Purana, celebrating the greatness of Gokarna. Sri Varaha continued: Gokarna honored four—Shuka, his parents, and his virtuous wife. He worshipped them according to his means and capacity, showing reverence and devotion. There, he himself performed a great sacrifice, seeking unobstructed success. The atmosphere was filled with songs, musical instruments, and auspicious rites, all befitting the growth and prosperity of his son. Gokarna embraced each one, bowing to them in proper order. The merchant, seeing the parrot in his heart, was moved to tears. By my grace, the king obtained the most excellent and abundant gain. Thus, Gokarna lived happily among his relatives, content and blessed. He established the sacred Śukeśvara and conducted a divine sacrificial session, which became renowned as the Śuka-sacrifice. Upon his death, Gokarna attained liberation. By offering the parrot, he received the fruit equivalent to bathing at the holy confluence. With his wife, he gave the parrot to the Śabara, and thus ascended to heaven. All this has been told to you, yielding great fruit in Mathura. The lineage of Gokarna is inexhaustible and imperishable, preserved by righteousness. Thus ends the one hundred seventy-third chapter in the glorification of Gokarna in the Śrī Varāha Purāṇa. Śrī Varāha spoke further: The power of the confluence grants liberation even to sinners. It is heard that, in earlier times, a Brahmin, steadfast in vows, engaged in self-study and sacrifice, always devoted, and skilled in yoga, performed these actions with the hope of attaining the world of Brahma. His mind became inclined toward pilgrimage to holy places. Following prescribed rites, he set out directly toward the place where the sun rises. In the same manner, he journeyed to the northern peak and also to Manmathura. He visited all the sacred waters and bathed, becoming purified. Having performed worship and salutations, he continued his journey. Eventually, he found himself in a forest filled with thorns, deserted and silent. Standing there, his heart slightly fearful, he opened his eyes to the unknown. Thus the sacred story unfolds, revealing the greatness of Gokarna and the transformative power of dharma and pilgrimage.