In the sacred Varaha Purana, it is revealed that by drinking Panchagavya—the mixture of the five products of the cow—one attains the merit equal to the great horse sacrifice. Within this holy substance, the Maruts reside in the teeth, and Sarasvati herself dwells in the tongue. The Sadhyas are present in every joint, while the moon and sun shine in the eyes. All the sacred waters gather within the lower breath, and the river Jahnavi flows therein. The sages abide in the pores of the skin, and the lotus-bearing deity is found in cow dung. Where cows are present, there is courage, resolve, peace, nourishment, and growth. In their company, knowledge, tranquility, wisdom, and supreme prosperity flourish. Wherever cows are found in the world, the gods themselves, led by the Lord of gods, are also present. In every form, these beloved cows manifest, standing as desired. Both women and men, well-disciplined and protected, dwell there, delighting in countless pleasures and enjoyments. There is an abundance of foods and meals, and many auspicious women with beautiful eyes are seen. Elsewhere, in gardens and blessed homes, others are observed, and wondrous craftsmanship made of threads, adorned with excellent jewels, is displayed. After witnessing all these auspicious results of righteous actions, the chapter concludes, named ‘The Arising of Auspicious Results from Good Deeds in the Cycle of Existence.’ Now begins another account: the tale of the delusion of the Person of the Cycle of Existence, as narrated by Narada, the sage famed for stirring debate. As Narada questioned him, the past deeds of that noble soul were recounted, including how King Janaka attained divine pleasures. There, the radiant sage Narada, foremost among sages, arrived before the king. The king, seeing Narada swiftly approach in person, was greeted by the mighty son of the Sun, who spoke with brilliance. He who knows all, who sees across time, the best among those who understand dharma, addressed Narada: “We are purified and sanctified by your arrival, O Lord. Whatever task you bring, whatever occupies your mind, whatever is rare and dearest to you in the three worlds, speak it.” Upon hearing these words of dharma, Narada, the knower of dharma, replied: “By truth, austerity, patience, and courage, there is no doubt. None but you are both discerning of feelings and grateful for deeds. Tell me: how does one attain immortality through vow and discipline? How does one gain incomparable fortune, fame, and the greatest reward in the world? By what means do people fall into the most sinful, condemned hell?” Yama, the Lord of Death, answered: “There, many bonds are encountered, O ascetic rich in austerity. I will explain all this in detail, O foremost among sages. One who offers fire, one who has a daughter, and one who gives land—these do not go to hell. Faithful wives and those who speak the truth are spared from that fate. Those who practice nonviolence and those established in celibacy do not go there. Those devoted to their own wives, self-controlled, and who avoid others’ wives, do not descend into that sinful place shrouded in darkness.” Thus, the wisdom of the Varaha Purana flows, illuminating the auspicious results of virtue and the paths by which one may avoid suffering in the cycle of existence.