Manvantaras : The Milking of the Earth - Verse 105-106

This story is conducive to fame, longevity and attainment of heaven. It is holy and on a par with the Vedas. It is esoteric as the sages, have said. He who is not malicious shall hear it. The man who recounts this narrative of the birth of Prthu, the son of Vena, to Brahmanas after bowing to them shall not bewail errors of commission and omission. This king (i.e. Prthu) was a defender of faith. He was equal to Atri.