Let this noble giver of land to the twice-born ascend now to heaven. Honored with a variety of enjoyments that fulfill every desire, this best among men rises, his merits shining brightly before the celestial assembly. Thus concludes the two hundred and fifth chapter of the blessed Varaha Purana, the divine scripture, entitled “The Description of the Fruits of Good and Evil Deeds in the Cycle of Existence.” Now begins the account of the rise of the fruits of virtuous deeds, the message of Chitragupta, as I have heard it spoken. This person, who welcomes all guests with open arms, who is self-controlled and compassionate to all beings, stands before the divine judge. “Release him, release him, O great servant,” comes the command, “for this is the judgment of righteousness.” The wicked, deformed by sin, must remain at the side of the judge, but for the virtuous, a different fate awaits. A divine seat is offered to him, along with splendid vehicles. Whatever desires he holds in his heart are granted without delay, by the command of the Lord of Dharma. All these blessings must be given quickly. This highly fortunate one, together with his retinue, is invited to see and enjoy the wonders prepared for him. Then, with excellent vehicles and surrounded by followers and attendants, he journeys to the abode of the gods, where he is honored by the deities themselves. Having attained his purpose, he finds fulfillment wherever he may go in the world. It is not only one who gives a single maiden in marriage, nor only one who performs a single sacrifice, who receives such rewards. This steadfast soul delights in celestial pleasures for thousands and tens of thousands of years, for he is compassionate to all beings. Worship is performed for him, and after this period, he is born again, honored by all people. To the one who has given gifts repeatedly, worship is offered. He touches these blessings with his hand, gently and coolly. Four great lotuses are ever present there, symbols of purity and auspiciousness. He attains birth in a family blessed with many beautiful women. Let this one come to our side, and let him be worshiped. Thousands of vessels filled with cow’s milk are present for him. From there, he proceeds to a realm where the people are free from envy. The great ascetic is served by many beautiful women. This, too, is another statement spoken by Chitragupta: these women bear nectar and move about upon the earth. The milk they offer is the purest of the pure, nourishment for the nourished. All the gods, and Maheshvara himself, are satisfied by milk. For thirteen years, a single offering of milk brings pleasure to the gods. By drinking Panchagavya—the sacred mixture of the five products of the cow—one attains the fruit of performing the great horse sacrifice. The Maruts dwell in the teeth, Sarasvati in the tongue, the Sadhyas reside in all the joints, and the moon and sun in the eyes. All the sacred waters are present in the lower breath, and the river Jahnavi flows there as well. The sages are found in the pores of the skin, and the lotus-bearer dwells in cow dung. Where there are cows, there also abide courage, resolve, peace, nourishment, and growth. Knowledge, peace, wisdom, and supreme prosperity are found wherever cows are present. Wherever cows dwell in the world, there too are the gods, led by the Lord of gods. In all their forms, those beloved cows stand present, manifesting as desired. Both women and men, well-disciplined and protected, are found there, flourishing in the presence of such sacred bounty.