In that celestial realm, the women joined together in joyous song, their voices rising and falling in sweet harmony, accompanied by the gentle rhythms of instruments and melodious tunes. Their enchanting forms brought delight to the very gods in heaven, their music filling the air with happiness. Amidst the palace groves, these women reveled without fatigue, their spirits undiminished no matter how much they indulged in pleasure. At times, a gentle and pleasing fragrance would drift through the palace corridors and along the flourishing pathways, enhancing the atmosphere of bliss. Elsewhere, others played with their beloveds, their radiance shining upon golden platforms crafted for their enjoyment. The extent of their delight was truly beyond words, impossible to express even over many days. Thus concludes the chapter describing the city of Dharmarāja within the endless cycle of existence, as told in the glorious Varāha Purāṇa. Continuing, the sage’s son spoke: That city was surrounded by a great wall and adorned with hundreds of splendid palaces. It seemed as if the very sky had been opened, blazing with a brilliant radiance. The air was alive with the sounds of various instruments, and garlands of flames encircled the city. There, an entrance was established for those who observed righteousness—a gateway for human beings who had performed virtuous deeds. Yet, on the southern side stood an iron gateway, fearsome to behold. Through this gate, the son of the Sun arranged entry for all sinners and those guilty of killing. On the western side, there was another gateway, difficult to look upon from any direction, set up by Yama himself for the entry of evildoers. Within this city, Vaivasvata appointed a divine assembly hall, constructed entirely from precious gems. This hall was reserved for those who had conquered anger, were free from greed, detached, and devoted to austerity. Yet, all beings—virtuous and wicked alike—were brought into this assembly. Each received results according to their actions, as prescribed by the scriptures, and all matters were considered for the welfare of every being. The assembly, well-governed, deliberated on all things. Among its members were the illustrious Atri, Raudrālaki, the mighty Āpastamba, Śaṅkha, Likhita, Aṅgirā, and Bhṛgu. Together with Yama, they carefully considered the appropriate measures for each soul. Yama himself, endowed with great austerity, was adorned with shining earrings and armlets. His brilliance and powerful speech made him difficult to gaze upon. At his side stood exalted, divine sages—speakers of Brahman, knowers of the Vedas, established in truth and righteousness. They were adorned with the knowledge of etymology, disputation, and the chanting of Sāman hymns. There, too, I saw sages and the revered ancestors. Beside Yama stood one of dark complexion, with great jaws, holding a staff in his left hand—distinguished and eminent. For the sake of instruction, this being was repeatedly directed by Dharmarāja. Others were present as well, each intent upon their respective duties. Honored by Yama, a woman stood anointed with divine, fragrant unguents. Beyond this, the wise declared that no further means need be undertaken. Both Asuras and Devas, as well as yogis of great energy, were present. From the limbs of this honored woman arose diseases, born of affliction, spreading among beings according to their destiny.