On that most auspicious day, every act performed becomes magnified in greatness and endures forever, leaving an indelible mark upon the world. The merit gained then is multiplied a crore-fold, and the devotee receives the reward most dear to Keśava himself. Just as the sacred day of Prabodhini is revered, so too is the night when Hari enters his divine slumber, for all moments—whether lying down, awakening, or simply turning over—are intimately connected to Hari. Therefore, one should undertake the Dvādaśī fast with utmost dedication and effort. O beautiful one, the Ekādaśī that falls during the waxing moon in the holy month of Kārttika is supremely auspicious. Whatever is done on this day, O auspicious soul, is remembered as possessing infinite merit. After bathing and worshipping the deity with a pure heart, one attains the highest reward. The wise are instructed to place a water-filled pot as a sacred base and, upon it, to establish Janārdana in the form of a fish, honoring his Matsya incarnation. After bathing this form with the five nectars and anointing it with fragrant saffron, the self-controlled devotee should worship the goddess with fresh lotuses. One should also offer devotion to Rāma, Rāma, Kṛṣṇa, Buddha, and Kalkin, presenting flowers, incense, lamps, and a variety of food offerings. As night falls, O virtuous one, the sacred awakening of the Lord of gods should be observed, accompanied by flowers, incense, auspicious fruits, and gifts of ornaments, garments, and other offerings, according to one’s capacity. For he is the origin of the world, the very form and the beginningless source of all creation. Even if I possessed thousands upon thousands of mouths, it would be impossible to fully describe his greatness, yet I will speak briefly, to the best of my ability—so listen well. Whoever performs these observances, together with their vehicle, will journey to my world. Thereafter, they are blessed with long life, good health, and freedom from the cycle of rebirth. All sins are destroyed merely by hearing of these glories. Even a wise but destitute person, reflecting with devotion, may experience the sight or touch of a human being on this day, and when the greatness that dispels worldly fear is recited, even bad dreams will vanish. Those who follow this path are truly blessed and have achieved their purpose, for through them alone is merit truly accomplished. Whoever utters the sacred names—Nārāyaṇa, Acyuta, Ananta, Vāsudeva—gains immense merit; how much more so is the one who, with unwavering faith and a focused mind, worships me? This is the glory of Yajña-Varāha, of Viṣṇu, whose splendor knows no bounds. Therefore, one should diligently follow the path of the Vaiṣṇavas with great discipline. After worshipping the Lord adorned with the bull-banner through countless births, one’s sins are destroyed when the Lord is worshipped with true devotion. By worshipping me in this manner, one attains the supreme abode of Viṣṇu. Whether I am remembered, praised, seen, or even touched, O beloved, the wise should thus worship Janārdana. Yama himself declared: Those who worship the Lord of the universe according to the prescribed rules become absorbed in Him. For such souls, this world holds no binding power; they journey to that supreme abode. These wise ones, awakened to the truth, are destined for the highest realm. O best of the twice-born, what I have spoken to you is indeed the truth. O most fortunate one, I have now explained all that you asked of me.