At the door which leads from the public hall to the mysterious part of the temple, the escort halts.

The king crosses the threshold alone, and is welcomed by the gods.

He then performs in due order all the sacred ceremonies enjoined by usage.

His merits increase by virtue of his prayers; his senses become exalted; he rises to the level of the divine type.

Finally he enters the sanctuary, where the god reveals himself unwitnessed, and speaks to him face to face.