Shri Shuka said: Thus, in ancient times, by the power of self-control, the lost memory was restored due to satisfaction. Then, with a clear vision, he created the unfailing knowledge, just as the intellect of the past was established.

Indeed, this is the path of Brahman, which is not perceived by the wise who meditate on names. Those who are lost in illusion do not find the essence there.

Therefore, the poet should not be careless until the meaning is established in names. If the truth is not realized, one should not exert effort there, while observing the situation.

In the truth of the earth, what effort of Kashyapa is there? What is the use of the limbs if they are not supported by their own strength? What is the use of the hands if they are not adorned with the essence of the earth?

What path is there without cloth? The feet of the beggars do not touch the ground, nor do the rivers dry up. What is the use of caves that are closed? Why do the wise worship the wealthy, who are blind with pride?

Thus, the self-realized soul, who is dear to the Supreme Lord, the Infinite, is ever content. He who is fixed in purpose should worship Him, who is the ultimate cause of the world.

Who should be considered, when one does not respect the Supreme? One should meditate on the soul of the deceased animals, who are suffering due to their own actions, as they fall into the river of death.

Some reside in the heart of the body, remembering the four-armed Lord, who holds a conch, discus, and mace, and who is adorned with a lotus.

With a cheerful face, lotus-like eyes, and a body adorned with golden jewels, He shines with a radiant crown and earrings.

The lotus of the heart, established by the Lord of Yoga, is adorned with the feet of Shri Lakshmi, and is enriched by the Kaustubha gem, surrounded by the forest of eternal beauty.

Adorned with a belt and rings, and rich with jewels and anklets, it shines with smooth, dark, curled hair and a charming smile.

When the playful, smiling eyes glance with a graceful brow, one should meditate on that Lord who is the embodiment of thought and remains as long as the mind holds.

One should contemplate each limb as it is, holding the mace until the end of the action, and should maintain the conquered position, just as the wise do.

As long as one does not attain the supreme vision of the Lord in this world, one should remember the form of the supreme person at the end of all actions.

When one is firmly seated in a comfortable posture, controlling the mind, one should not let it wander towards the world. In time and place, the one who has conquered the mind should regulate the life force.

Controlling the mind with pure intellect, the knower of the field should establish it in the supreme self. The wise, having restrained the self within the self, should cease from actions after attaining tranquility.

Where time is not the master, and where the gods do not rule the world, there is no existence of goodness, passion, or ignorance, nor any transformation or great principle.

The supreme position is described as Vaishnava, which cannot be defined by words. Those who seek that state, abandoning the duality of the self, should embrace that position with a heart of unity.

Thus, the sage, having attained the highest state, with the vision of knowledge and a heart full of divine qualities, should control the breath and remain in a state of bliss.

The sage should guide the one who is situated in the heart, having raised him from the navel, towards the path of the vital energy. Then, contemplating with intelligence, the wise one should gradually lead him to the root of his own being.

Therefore, one should elevate the mind between the eyebrows, undistracted by the seven vital energies. After remaining in this state for half a moment, with an unwavering gaze, one should release the supreme consciousness.

If the king strives for the supreme position of the celestial beings or whatever enjoyment, he should go along with the eight rulers, accompanied by the qualities, with his mind and senses.

The movements of the yogis are said to be beyond the three worlds, in the inner self of the wind. They do not attain that state through actions, but through knowledge, austerity, and meditation.

The cosmic fire departs, leaving behind the body, through the sushumna, along the path of Brahman. Cleansed of impurities, it then proceeds to the divine wheel of the Lord.

That which is the supreme source of the universe, O Vishnu, is approached by those who are dedicated to the self, and it is worshipped by the wise, who delight in the eternal.

Then, observing the world being consumed by the fire from the mouth of Ananta, the supreme being, it transcends to the abode of the perfected beings, which is beyond the Dvapara age.

Where there is no sorrow, no old age, no death, no suffering, and no agitation of any kind, that state is attained by the wise through the grace of the supreme knowledge, which dispels all unbearable sorrows.

Then, having attained a special state, fearless and pure, the form of fire, the luminous wind, approaches the vastness of the sky with the essence of the great soul.

Through the sense of smell, one perceives fragrance; through taste, one experiences flavor; through sight, one sees form; through breath, one senses life; and through hearing, the yogi attains the qualities of the sky.

He who, through the subtle senses, attains the mental and divine transformations, travels along with them and reaches the essence of knowledge, free from the qualities.

By that self, he attains the self, which is peaceful, blissful, and the essence of bliss. He who attains this path of devotion does not fall back into this world.

These scriptures, O King, are the eternal Vedic hymns that you have asked about. Indeed, the Supreme Lord Vasudeva was worshipped by the ancient Brahmanas.

There is no other path to liberation than this; in devotion to Lord Vasudeva, one finds the way to transcend the cycle of birth and death.

The Lord, with full awareness, perceives everything with wisdom. He who is established in the supreme bliss is the one who truly experiences it.

The Lord, who is perceived in all beings, is Hari by His own self. He is seen by the wise through various signs and indications.

Therefore, O King, Hari should be heard, sung, and remembered by all beings at all times.

Those who drink the nectar of the Lord's stories, gathered in the ears of the virtuous, purify their tainted desires and approach the lotus feet of that Lord.