During the filling [of the vessel], the raising [of the banner], the entry, the bath, as well as the flower-garland ceremony and the dismissal, the King, while observing a fast, should recite these auspicious mantras of Indra's banner.
It was adorned with royal banners, mirrors, shields, and crescent-shaped blades, as well as with colorful garlands and the stalks of plantains and sugarcanes. It was further decorated with baskets featuring lions and predatory beasts, with latticed windows, and with the guardians of the world stationed in every direction.
One should erect the emblem of the thousand-eyed Indra, which has unbroken ropes and a solid wooden frame. It is fitted with well-joined mechanical parts, bolts, pillars, and arches, and is constructed from the sturdy wood of excellent trees with unbroken young branches.
Avirata janaravam mangalāshiḥ pranamaiḥ. Patupatahamridangas, conches, drums and other instruments were played. One should raise the Ketu by chanting the words prescribed in the Vedic literature and by the brāhmaṇas who recite the Vedic mantras.
The citizens bowed their heads and were satisfied with the offerings of fruits, yogurt, butter, salt, honey and flowers. The Supreme Personality of Godhead, who is surrounded by His husband without a moment’s hesitation, should make the city of enemies bow down to the enemy and kill the enemy.