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61. Six other
high-minded, very powerful Manus, who belong to the race of this Manu,
the descendant of the Self-existent (Svayambhu), and who have
severally produced created beings,
62. (Are) Svarokisha,
Auttami, Tamasa, Raivata, Kakshusha, possessing great luster, and the
son of Vivasvat.
63. These seven very
glorious Manus, the first among whom is Svayambhuva, produced and
protected this whole movable and immovable (creation), each during the
period (allotted to him).
64. Eighteen
nimeshas (twinkling of the eye, are one kashtha), thirty kashthas one
kala, thirty kalas one muhurta, and as many (muhurtas) one day and
night.
65. The sun divides
days and nights, both human and divine, the night (being intended) for
the repose of created beings and the day for exertion.
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