Hear now the sacred account from the Varaha Purana, describing the fruits of virtuous deeds and the cycle of existence. It is said that one who gives up his life for the sake of a brāhmaṇa, for cows, or for the kingdom, attains a celestial state and dwells in heaven for a whole kalpa. Such a soul is ever devoted to abundant charity and is compassionate toward all beings. To this great soul, as ordained, worship should be offered. Upon abandoning the realm of the departed, he ascends to heaven, accompanied by the victorious sounds of conches and drums. This blessed one enters Indra’s domain, which is difficult to attain, where Indra himself awaits, surrounded by hundreds of virtues. There, he rejoices for as long as his merit endures. If one gives a jewel-adorned flute, radiant with all virtues, this highly fortunate giver reaches the eternal Lord of gods. With all his power united, he has provided for the twice-born, and by his actions, the delightful realms of Rudra endure for an age. He gives to the twice-born, offerings led by honey and sugar, and presents a young, auspicious cow, full of milk and adorned with gold. His record reveals three crore years spent in heaven. Let the giver of gold be announced to the gods, for this great-souled one will obtain whatever he desires. He ascends together with his ancestors, by whom his forebears have been satisfied. This blessed one, intent on the welfare of all beings, desires great things. The giver of land to the twice-born now ascends to heaven, honored with various enjoyments of desire, truly the best of men. Thus concludes the two hundred and fifth chapter of the blessed Varaha Purana, entitled 'The Description of the Fruits of Good and Evil Deeds in the Cycle of Existence.' Now begins the section on the rise of the fruits of virtuous deeds, the message of Chitragupta, as it was heard. One who welcomes all guests, is self-controlled, and compassionate to all beings is to be released, released, O great servant; this is the judgment of righteousness. The wicked, deformed by sin, shall remain at the side of Chitragupta. Let a divine seat be given to the virtuous one, along with other vehicles; whatever desires he holds in his mind, let those be granted. All of this must be given quickly, by the command of the Lord of Dharma. This highly fortunate one, along with his retinue, shall behold and enjoy these rewards. Then, with excellent vehicles, accompanied by followers and attendants, he goes to the abode of the gods, honored by deities. Having attained his purpose, he will always be fulfilled in the world wherever he may go. Not only one who gives a single maiden, nor only one who performs a single sacrifice—let this steadfast soul delight there for thousands and tens of thousands of years. For he is compassionate to beings; let worship be performed for him. Afterwards, he is born again, honored by all people. To him who has given gifts repeatedly, offer worship. He touches it with his hand, gently and coolly. Let the four great lotuses remain there always. Thus, the fruits of virtue, compassion, and charity are revealed, their rewards enduring across ages and worlds, as spoken in the divine scripture.