Yama

At a certain time, Yama spoke to his own servant—one with hair standing upright, intensely red eyes, blackened teeth, and a fearsome appearance.

Thus, O son, whoever performs this second day called ‘Yama’ becomes free from untimely death, surrounded by sons, grandsons, and the like.

Vyāsa said: Next, I shall recount the deeds of Dharmarāja; hearing them, fear of Yama’s messengers does not arise anywhere (in any circumstance).

Then Yama, by force of authority, drew out from Satyavat’s body a person (the vital self) of the size of a thumb, bound by a noose and brought under control.

Carrying out your instruction, I quickly departed. Reaching the splendid, vast assembly-hall of Vaivasvata (Yama), radiant in appearance, I saw it extending for thousands of yojanas, with golden ground.

Yama, rising and offering him due honor, spoke with authority: “Let this one be escorted away; bring another in his place.”

Whether one performed auspicious deeds or merely spoke what was auspicious, Citragupta—by Yama’s command—examined everything from the very root, for he was discerning.

Then, in order to bring those two—who had committed every kind of sin—Dharmarāja dispatched his servants, headed by Caṇḍa and others.

Nārada said: “O best of the gods, tell me the proper worship of Yama for my welfare. O Lord, how may a human being avoid going into the realms of hell?”

The king said: “O sage, I have practiced dharma with effort, according to my capacity. Yet, on hearing of Yama’s ordinances (and punishments), I feel deep fear within my heart.”

“O Rudra! I am Yama; I am also Niyama (discipline). I am the many kinds of sacred vows. I am the Sun and likewise the Moon; I am also Mars and the other planets as well.”

And Añjaka (or Antaka), Naraka, Kālanābha as well—these Nivātakavaca demons were born in the lineage of Prahlāda.