On the other hand, we have both wagered our lives. O chief of the Asuras, I shall ask thee a question, do not answer it untruly!” Prahlada said, “Let water, and honey and curds, be brought for Sudhanwan. Thou deservest our worship, O Brahmana. A white and fat cow is ready for thee.” Sudhanwan said, “Water and honey and curds, have been presented to me on my way hither. I shall ask thee a question, Prahlada, answer it truly! are Brahmanas superior, or is Virochana superior?”

In plain words: Virochana explains that they have bet their lives and warns his father not to answer falsely. Prahlada politely offers his guest Sudhanwan, a Brahmana (priest), food and honor. Sudhanwan then asks the question: who is superior, the Brahmanas or Virochana?