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## Adipurana
The sun, with his rays like hands, opened the doors of darkness and illuminated the faces of the directions. The whole world opened its eyes. ||22||
Rising early in the morning, the sun, like a victorious king, embraced the lotus-like dawn. ||225||
With beautiful voices, the guards, even though the king was already awake, roused him with their auspicious chants. ||226||
O best of men, the sun, who brings joy to the world and is praised by all, is rising in the east, spreading his radiant light. Therefore, you too, following the auspicious rituals of sunrise, should leave your bed to illuminate the world and bring joy to Lakshmi. ||227||
O king of kings, your armies have conquered countless powerful kings. These small-minded people are mostly unaware of the strength of your arms. O valiant warrior, you have striven for victory in battle alongside the lord of Bharata. Therefore, you shall be the master of victory and Lakshmi. ||228||
The sun, with his rays like a shower of tiny snowflakes, quickly wipes away the dew drops on the branches of the garden trees. Rising in the midst of a forest of lotuses, he seems to be receiving an offering from them, as if they are welcoming him with open eyes. ||229||