From his mental powers, Brahma now created the sages Marichi, Bhrigu, Angira, Pulastya, Pulaha, Atri, Vashisththa, Dharma, Samkalpa and Narada. (Dharma is identified with Yama, the god of death.) From his right toe was born Daksha. This son was so named as the word dakshina means right. Daksha became a prajapati, that is, he was appointed lord (Pati) over all the beings (praja) who would be created. Daksha’s wife was born from Brahma’s left toe.

Svayambhuva Manu was born after this and the rest of the creation flowed from him. Svayambhuva Manu had two sons named Priyavrata and Uttanapada. Priyavrata was learned and wise. He handed over his kingdom to his sons and went away to the forest to meditate.