Best way to lift a slant 6 engine block ?

Hello all , I have my engine on a stand right now and will be installing it shortly .
What is the easiest and safest way to lift it ?
I had a chain under the block at the front and bolts in the bell housing for the back . It came out, but it was quite awkward and tilted a lot .
I have not done this for a long time. I do have the use of a nice lift though .
Any advice would be appreciated .