Synopsis
Lord Brahma makes Kartikey aware of Lohitang’s intention against Jyotirlinga and Mahadev. But Mahadev is worried about Lohitang’s resentment towards him, and witnesses his sufferings. Pippalada explains about Dattatreya’s powers to Lohitang. Nigas atones for his sin by worshipping the Shiv-Ling.