03.162
Vaiśampāyana said.
But at this very moment, a tumultuous sound of all musical instruments arose in the sky among the dwellers of heaven. (03-162-1)
O Bhārata, the sounds of chariot-wheels and bells, and the cries of serpents, wild animals, and birds, were heard everywhere in every manner. (03-162-2)
From all sides, Gandharvas and Apsarases also followed him—the Lord of the gods and subduer of enemies—with aerial chariots shining like the sun. (03-162-3)
Then, having mounted the chariot yoked with horses and adorned with gold, resounding like a cloud, he shone with supreme splendor. (03-162-4)
King of the gods, Purandara, quickly approached the Pārthas; having arrived, the thousand-eyed Indra then descended from his chariot. (03-162-5)
On seeing him, the great-souled king of dharma, Yudhishthira, accompanied by his brothers, the illustrious one, approached the king of the gods. (03-162-6)
Then, being generous in gifts, he worshipped those of boundless spirit, according to proper rituals and prescribed acts, as it was appropriate. (03-162-7)
Dhanañjaya, the brilliant one, having bowed down to Purandara, stood near the king of the gods, respectfully bent like a servant. (03-162-8)
Having come forward, the great and powerful Yudhiṣṭhira, son of Kuntī, seeing Arjuna standing humbly nearby.
Having seen Phalguna, he was overcome with great joy at the sight, (thinking of) the king of the gods whose complicated austerities were sinless. (03-162-10)
The wise Purandara, king of the gods, spoke these words to the king, who was thus with a steadfast mind and filled with joy. (03-162-11)
O king, you will govern this earth, O descendant of Pandu. May you attain blessings, O son of Kunti, (as you return to) the Kāmyaka hermitage again. (03-162-12)
All the missiles have been obtained by the son of Pāṇḍu from me through his efforts, O king. I have had my wish fulfilled by Dhanaṅjaya; it is not possible to conquer him even with the three worlds. (03-162-13)
Having thus spoken to Yudhishthira, the son of Kunti, Indra, the thousand-eyed, joyfully went to heaven, as he was praised by the great sages. (03-162-14)
One who, being learned and concentrated, studies this (account of) the meeting of the Pāṇḍavas who dwelt in the house of the lord of wealth, as composed by Indra, (gains merit). (03-162-15)
He who is a celibate student, self-controlled, and firm in his vows for one year may live a hundred autumns happily and without affliction. (03-162-16)
