Markandeya Purana is classed in the same category with the Vedas and described as an immediat production from Brahma?s mouth. Although a Purana it is not attributed to Vyasa who is considered as the author of all works bearing that appellation. The Markandeya does not acknowledge him as its composer, editor or compilar. Its claims equal honour with the Vedas themselves. The most important section or the episode of the Markandeya Purana is the Candipatha: a work in very great estimation throughout India, with the votaries of the goddess Kali and other deities to whom sangunary sacrifices are offered.