Vāyu said:: Along with the Devas, those persons stay behind as the residents of the world called Mahar. Fourteen Manus who cause increase in reputation have been glorified. Devas, Sages, Manu and Pitṛs of the past, present and future who have been recounted, are mentioned by me as persons of the past who had resorted to Maharloka, along with Brāhmaṇas, Kṣatriyas, Vaiśyas and other virtuous persons accompanied by the Devas. They are accompanied by persons with Śraddhā (faith and composure of mind) who perform (holy rites etc.) in the same manner (as is expected) and who are not arrogant. They closely adhere to the religious rites of four castes and stages in life as ordained in the Śrutis and Smṛtis. When the Manvantaras come to a close, they retire from their authorized offices.