With reverence and devotion, the sacred installation of the stone image begins. The priest, guided by holy mantra, invites the deity into the temple, establishing the divine presence within its sanctified walls. Once the installation is performed, the Lord is honored with an unction, the ritual anointing that marks the image as the abode of the divine. After this offering, the priest recites a mantra: “O Lord of good worlds, praised and welcomed, remain here, accompanied by mantra,” beseeching the deity to stay, surrounded by the power of sacred words. The worship continues with fragrant substances and garlands, filling the air with sweetness and beauty as offerings to the Lord. With devoted reverence, garments are presented, accompanied by the prayer: “O Lord of the gods, accept these garments, which I have made with devoted reverence.” Following the prescribed rites, the garments are given, and incense is offered while reciting another mantra: “That primeval Person, ancient, Narayana, the chief of all worlds.” The ritual proceeds with the offering of food, and the prāpaṇaka gift is given, accompanied by the previously mentioned mantra. To conclude, prayers for peace are recited, invoking success in all undertakings—peace for children and elders, among cows and in courtyards, for maidens and devoted wives. The priest prays for the destruction of diseases everywhere and abundant crops for farmers. According to his means and ability, he then satisfies the poor and destitute, sharing blessings with those in need. As many water-drops arise on the body, so too are the merits multiplied for whoever establishes the Lord’s image on earth, free from pride. Thus, the blessed installation of the stone image is described, marking the end of the chapter entitled “The Installation of the Stone Image” in the glorious Varaha Purana. Now, the installation of a clay image is explained. The image must be crafted whole and without cracks, and one who makes such an image with devotion to the rites fulfills the requirements if wooden images are not available. The same methods used for copper, bell-metal, silver, gold, or tin apply here; another form of worship for the Lord is through offerings on the altar. A householder, intent on desire, may worship the Lord in this way, and thus, the Lord is established—without doubt. Whoever performs these rites with mantra or according to prescribed rules receives the respective fruits, for the Lord is pleased within. The devotee, constant and ever engaged in action, should offer a handful of water to the Lord, which brings supreme delight. One who, with a tranquil mind, continually contemplates the Lord is especially blessed. All these most secret and carefully guarded instructions are revealed. On the auspicious day of hearing, under the proper constellation, the consecration of the clay image should be performed. The priest mixes pañcagavya and fragrant substances with water, preparing the sacred bath. With focused mind, he recites the mantra: “You, the creator of all worlds, by whose grace the worlds exist—the cause of causes, of fierce energy, radiant, the Great Person—salutations, again and again.” Using this mantra and four vessels, the installation is conducted. Another mantra is recited: “Om. Having obtained Varuṇa, the ocean, and having been duly worshipped, the self becomes most pleased; Agni, Earth, and all the waters—because of whom all these always exist—I bow.” The image is bathed according to the prescribed method, the priest devoted to the Lord’s rites. He offers aguru, incense with camphor, and saffron, filling the space with sacred fragrance. After offering incense, yellow cloth is presented, accompanied by the mantra: “Always pleased with yellow cloth, when He is pleased, the world is pleased.” With this mantra, the cloth is offered as is proper, completing the ritual. Thus, the installation of the clay image is performed, just as the stone image before. The sacred rites, guided by mantra and devotion, bring the Lord’s presence into the world, bestowing blessings upon all.