Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 3 CHAPTER THIRTEEN: The Appearance of Lord Varāha

During a conversation between the sage *Maitreya* and *Vidura**, the narrative recounts how **Lord Brahmā* was tasked with creating the world after a universal flood submerged the earth. Upon receiving a plea from *Manu* to rescue the submerged planet, Brahmā pondered a solution until a tiny *boar* miraculously emerged from his nostril. This miniature creature rapidly expanded into a *gigantic manifestation**, which was recognized as the **Supreme Personality of Godhead, Lord Viṣṇu**. After roaring powerfully and entering the cosmic waters, Lord Boar successfully **slayed the demon Hiraṇyākṣa* who attempted to fight Him. The Lord then gracefully *lifted the earth* on the edge of His tusks, placed it safely back upon the water, and returned to His divine abode. Finally, the text highlights that anyone who devotionally listens to or recites this sacred narration will earn the *ultimate pleasure* and supreme blessings of the Lord.