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[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 6 | Hymn: HYMN CXXXIII | Title: A glorification of the sacred girdle ]]
BOOK VI
HYMN CXXXIII
A glorification of the sacred girdle
1. By the direction of that God we journey, he will seek means to save and he will free us; The God who hath engirt us... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 6 | Hymn: HYMN CXXXIV | Title: A priest's prayer for power to punish wrong-doers ]]
BOOK VI
HYMN CXXXIV
A priest's prayer for power to punish wrong-doers
1. This Thunderbolt shall take its fill of Order, scare life away and overthrow the kingdom. T... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 6 | Hymn: HYMN CXXXV | Title: A priest's fulmination against an enemy ]]
BOOK VI
HYMN CXXXV
A priest's fulmination against an enemy
1. Whate'er I eat I turn to strength, and thus I grasp the Thunder- bolt, Rending the shoulders of that man as Indra... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 6 | Hymn: HYMN CXXXVI | Title: A charm to promote the growth of hair ]]
BOOK VI
HYMN CXXXVI
A charm to promote the growth of hair
1. Born from the bosom of wide Earth the Goddess, godlike Plant, art thou: So we, Nitatnī! dig thee up to strengthen a... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 6 | Hymn: HYMN CXXXVII | Title: A charm to promote the growth of hair ]]
BOOK VI
HYMN CXXXVII
A charm to promote the growth of hair
1. The Plant which Jamadagni dug to make his daughter's locks. grow long, This same hath Vitahavya brought to us fro... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 6 | Hymn: HYMN CXXXVIII | Title: A woman's imprecation on her unfaithful lover ]]
BOOK VI
HYMN CXXXVIII
A woman's imprecation on her unfaithful lover
1. O Plant, thy fame is spread abroad as best of all the herbs that grow. Unman for me to-day this... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 6 | Hymn: HYMN CXXXIX | Title: A woman's love-charm ]]
BOOK VI
HYMN CXXXIX
A woman's love-charm
1. Thou hast grown up, a source of joy to bless me with pros- perity. A hundred are thy tendrils, three-and-thirty thy descending shoots. With this that... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 6 | Hymn: HYMN CXL | Title: A blessing on a child's first two teeth ]]
BOOK VI
HYMN CXL
A blessing on a child's first two teeth
1. Two tigers have grown up who long to eat the mother and the sire: Soothe, Brāhmanaspati, and thou, O Jātavedas, both ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 6 | Hymn: HYMN CXLI | Title: A blessing on cattle ]]
BOOK VI
HYMN CXLI
A blessing on cattle
1. Vayu collected these: to find their sustenance be Tvashtar's care: May Indra bless and comfort them, and Rudra look that they increase.
2. Take thou the ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 6 | Hymn: HYMN CXLI | Title: A blessing on cattle ]]
BOOK VI
HYMN CXLI
A blessing on cattle
1. Spring high, O Barley, and become much through thine own magnificence: Burst all the vessels; let the bolt from heaven forbear to strike thee down.
2. As... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN I | Title: Glorification of the power of prayer and to Agni ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN I
Glorification of the power of prayer and to Agni
1. They who by thought have guided all that Speech hath best, or they who with their heart have uttered w... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN II | Title: Praise of Atharvan ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN II
Praise of Atharvan
1. Invoke for us, proclaim in sundry places, the kinsman of the Gods, our sire Atharvan, His mother's germ, his father's breath, the youthful, who with his mind ha... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN IV | Title: To Vāyu God of the Wind ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN IV
To Vāyu God of the Wind
1. With thine eleven teams, to aid our wishes, yea, with thy two- and-twenty teams, O Vāyu, With all thy three-and-thirty teams for drawing, here loose t... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN V | Title: A glorification of sacrifice ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN V
A glorification of sacrifice
1. The Gods adored the Sacrifice with worship: these were the statutes of primeval ages. Those mighty ones attained the cope of heaven, there whe... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN VII | Title: Praise of the Ādityas ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN VII
Praise of the Ādityas
1. I have sung praise to Diti's sons and Aditi's, those very lofty and invulnerable Gods. For far within the depths of ocean is their home and in the wor- ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN VIII | Title: Godspeed to a departing traveller ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN VIII
Godspeed to a departing traveller
1. Go forward on thy way from good to better: Brihaspati pre- cede thy steps and guide thee! Place this man here, within this ear... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN IX | Title: A prayer to Pūshan for protection and the recovery of lost property ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN IX
A prayer to Pūshan for protection and the recovery of lost property
1. Pūshan was born to move on distant pathways, on roads remote f... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN X | Title: A prayer for the favour of Sarasvati ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN X
A prayer for the favour of Sarasvati
1. That breast of thine, exhaustless and delightful, good to invoke, beneficent, free giver. Wherewith thou feedest all things th... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XI | Title: A prayer to protect corn from lightning and drought ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XI
A prayer to protect corn from lightning and drought
1. That far-spread thunder, sent from thee, which cometh on all this world, a high celestial sign... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XII | Title: A prayer for influence at deliberative and religious meetings ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XII
A prayer for influence at deliberative and religious meetings
1. In concord may Prajapati's two daughters, Gathering and As- sembly, both... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XIII | Title: A charm to win superiority over foes and rivals ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XIII
A charm to win superiority over foes and rivals
1. As the Sun, rising, taketh to himself the brightness of the stars,. So I assume the glory of women... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XIV | Title: A prayer to Savitar for prosperity ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XIV
A prayer to Savitar for prosperity
1. I praise this God, parent of heaven and earth, exceeding wiser possessed of real energy, giver of treasure, thinker dear to al... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XV | Title: A charm to win divine favour and felicity ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XV
A charm to win divine favour and felicity
1. I choose, O Savitar, that glorious favour, with fruitful energy and every blessing, Even this one's teeming cow, e... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XVI | Title: A prayer for prosperity ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XVI
A prayer for prosperity
1. Increase this man Brihaspati! Illume him, O Savitar, for high and happy fortune. Sharpen him thoroughly though already sharpened: with glad acclaim ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XVII | Title: A prayer for wealth and children ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XVII
A prayer for wealth and children
1. May the Ordainer give us wealth, Lord, ruler of the world of life: with full hand may he give to us.
2. May Dhātar grant the wor... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XVIII | Title: A prayer for rain ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XVIII
A prayer for rain
1. Burst open, Prithvi, and cleave asunder this celestial cloud. Untie, O Dhātar—for thou canst—the bottle of the breast of heaven.
2. Let not the Sun's heat b... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XIX | Title: A prayer for prosperity ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XIX
A prayer for prosperity
1. Prajapati engenders earthly creatures: may the benevolent Ordainer form them, Having one common womb, and mind, and spirit. He who is. Lord of Plent... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XX | Title: A prayer for prosperity and happiness ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XX
A prayer for prosperity and happiness
1. Anumati approve to-day our sacrifice among the Gods! May Agni bear mine offerings away for me the worshipper.
2. Do thou, ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXI | Title: A funeral stanza ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXI
A funeral stanza
1. With prayer come all together to the Lord of Heaven: he is the peerless one, far-reaching, guest of men. He, God of ancient time, hath gained a recent thrall; to ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXII | Title: To Savitar, or Yama invested with Savitar's attributes ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXII
To Savitar, or Yama invested with Savitar's attributes
1. Unto a thousand sages he hath given sight: thought, light is he in ranging all.
2. T... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXIII | Title: A charm to banish fiends and troubles ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXIII
A charm to banish fiends and troubles
1. The fearful dream, and indigence, the monster, the malignant hags. All female fiends of evil name and wicked tongue ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXIV | Title: A prayer for riches ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXIV
A prayer for riches
1. What treasure hath been dug for us by Indra, by Agni, Visve- devas, tuneful Maruts, On us may Savitar whose laws are faithful, Prajāpati, and Heavenly Gra... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXV | Title: Praise of Vishnu and Varuna ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXV
Praise of Vishnu and Varuna
1. The early morning prayer hath come to Vishnu and Varuna, Lords through might, whom none hath equalled, Gods by whose power the realms of air... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXVI | Title: Praise of Vishnu ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXVI
Praise of Vishnu
1. I will declare the mighty deeds of Vishnu, of him who measured out the earthly regions, Who propped the highest place of congregation, thrice setting down his f... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXVII | Title: A prayer to Ida, Goddess of devotion ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXVII
A prayer to Ida, Goddess of devotion
1. May Idā with her statute dwell beside us, she in whose place the pious purge and cleanse them. She, mighty, Soma-decke... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXVIII | Title: Praise of the sacrificial utensils ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXVIII
Praise of the sacrificial utensils
1. Blest be the Broom, may the Mace bring a blessing, and may the Altar and the Hatchet bless us. Worshipful Gods, may they... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXIX | Title: To Agni and Vishnu ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXIX
To Agni and Vishnu
1. This is your glorious might, Agni and Vishnu! Ye drink the essence of the mystic butter. Placing in every home seven costly treasures. Let your tongue stret... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXX | Title: A charm to be used when the eyes are anointed ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXX
A charm to be used when the eyes are anointed
1. Heaven, Earth, and Mitra here have caused mine eyes to be- anointed well, Savitar, Brāhmanaspati take ca... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXXI | Title: A prayer for the overthrow of enemies ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXXI
A prayer for the overthrow of enemies
1. Rouse us to-day O Indra, Maghavan, hero, with thy best pos- sible and varied succours, May he who hateth us fall low b... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXXII | Title: A prayer to Agni for long life ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXXII
A prayer to Agni for long life
1. We bringing homage have approached the friend who seeks our wondering praise, Young, strengthener of the sacrifice. May he bestow ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXXIII | Title: A prayer for long life, children, and riches ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXXIII
A prayer for long life, children, and riches
1. Let Pūshan, let the Maruts, let Brihaspati pour forth on me; This present Agni pour on me children a... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXXIV | Title: A prayer for freedom from sin and the overthrow of enemies ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXXIV
A prayer for freedom from sin and the overthrow of enemies
1. Agni, drive off my rivals born and living, repel those yet unborn, O Jātav... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXXV | Title: A prayer for the prosperity of a King and his kingdom ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXXV
A prayer for the prosperity of a King and his kingdom
1. Subdue with conquering might his other rivals, those yet unborn repel, O Jātavedas. Fo... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXXVI | Title: A charm to be pronounced by bride and bridegroom ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXXVI
A charm to be pronounced by bride and bridegroom
1. Sweet are the glances of our eyes, our faces are as smooth as balm, Within thy bosom harbour m... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXXVII | Title: A nuptial charm to be spoken by the bride ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXXVII
A nuptial charm to be spoken by the bride
1. With this my robe, inherited from Manu, I envelop thee, So that thou mayst be all mine own and give no tho... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXXVIII | Title: A maiden's love-charm ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXXVIII
A maiden's love-charm
1. I dig this Healing Herb that makes my lover look on me and weep; That bids the parting friend return and kindly greets him as he comes.
2. This ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XXXIX | Title: A sacrificial charm for rain and prosperity ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XXXIX
A sacrificial charm for rain and prosperity
1. May he establish in our home the master of riches, gladdening with rain in season, Mighty, strong-winged... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XL | Title: A prayer for prosperity ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XL
A prayer for prosperity
1. We call Sarasvān, under whose protection all cattle wander, to preserve and aid us, Him in whose ordinance abide the waters, to whose command the Lord... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XLI | Title: A prayer for prosperity ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XLI
A prayer for prosperity
1. Observing men, and viewing home, the Falcon hath cleft his swift way over wastes and waters. May he, with Indra for a friend, auspicious, traversing... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XLII | Title: A prayer for delivery from sin and sickness ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XLII
A prayer for delivery from sin and sickness
1. Scatter and drive away, Soma and Rudra, the sickness that hath come within our dwelling, Afar into the dis... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XLIII | Title: A charm against lightning ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XLIII
A charm against lightning
1. Some of thy words bode weal and some misfortune: thou scat- terest them all with friendly feeling. Deep within this three words are laid: am... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XLIV | Title: In praise of Indra and Vishnu ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XLIV
In praise of Indra and Vishnu
1. Ye twain have conquered, and have not been vanquished: not either of the pair hath been defeated. Ye, Indra Vishnu, when ye fought you... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XLV | Title: A charm against jealousy ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XLV
A charm against jealousy
1. Brought hitherward from Sindhu, from a folk of every mingled race, Fetched from afar, thou art I deem, a balm that cureth. jealousy.
2. As one wit... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XLVI | Title: A charm for offspring and prosperity ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XLVI
A charm for offspring and prosperity
1. O broad-tressed Sinivāli, thou who art the sister of the Gods, Accept the offered sacrifice, and, Goddess, grant us prog... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XLVII | Title: A prayer for wealth and birth of a son ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XLVII
A prayer for wealth and birth of a son
1. Oft in this sacrifice with favoured cry I call Kuhū, beneficent Goddess, skilled in all her works. May she vouchsa... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XLVIII | Title: A prayer for prosperity and the birth of a son ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XLVIII
A prayer for prosperity and the birth of a son
1. I call on Rākā with hair laud and reverent cry: may she, auspicious, hear us and herself observe... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XLIX | Title: A prayer for children and booty ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XLIX
A prayer for children and booty
1. May the Gods' Consorts aid us of their own free will, help us to offspring and the winning of the spoil. May Goddesses who quickly... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN L | Title: A gambler's prayer for success in gaming ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN L
A gambler's prayer for success in gaming
1. As evermore the lightning flash strikes, irresistible, the tree, So, irresistible, may I conquer the gamblers with the... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LI | Title: A prayer for Brihaspati's and Indra's protection ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LI
A prayer for Brihaspati's and Indra's protection
1. Brihaspati protect us from the sinner, from rearward, from above, and from below us! May Indra from ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LII | Title: A prayer for peace and concord ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LII
A prayer for peace and concord
1. Give us agreement with our own, with strangers give us unity: Do ye, O Asvins, in this place join us in sympathy and love.
2. May we a... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LIII | Title: A charm to recover a sick man at the point of death ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LIII
A charm to recover a sick man at the point of death
1. As thou, Brihaspati, from the curse hast saved us, from dwel- ling yonder in the realm of ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LIV | Title: A charm to obtain knowledge of the Veda ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LIV
A charm to obtain knowledge of the Veda
1. We worship holy Verse and Song, by which they carry out their acts, Shining in order's seat these twain present the ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LV | Title: A charm to ensure a prosperous journey ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LV
A charm to ensure a prosperous journey
1. Thy downward paths from heaven, whereby thou hast raised all the world to life, Give us in gracious love, good Lord! |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LVI | Title: A charm against poisonous bites and stings ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LVI
A charm against poisonous bites and stings
1. Whether it came from viper, from black snake or snake with transverse stripes, Or Kankaparvan's bite, this her... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LVII | Title: A charm for some physical disorder ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LVII
A charm for some physical disorder
1. Whatever trouble hath disturbed and shaken me—I speak with hope, I move, imploring, 'mid the folk What harm my body in mysel... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LVIII | Title: An invitation to Indra and Varuna ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LVIII
An invitation to Indra and Varuna
1. True to laws, Indra Varuna, drinkers of the juice, quaff this pressed Soma which shall give you rapturous joy! Let sacrifice... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LIX | Title: An imprecation ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LIX
An imprecation
1. Like a tree struck by lightning may the man be withered from the root. Who curseth us who curse not him, or, when we curse him. curseth us. |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LX | Title: A parting traveller's address to the houses of his village ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LX
A parting traveller's address to the houses of his village
1. I, prudent, bringing power, a treasure-winner, with amicable eye that strikes no... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXI | Title: A prayer for sacred knowledge and its fruits ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXI
A prayer for sacred knowledge and its fruits
1. Since, Agni, with our fervent zeal we undergo austerity, May we be dear to Sacred Lore, may we be wise and... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXII | Title: A prayer for the overthrow of enemies ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXII
A prayer for the overthrow of enemies
1. Like a car-warrior, Agni here, grown mighty, Lord of the brave, Chief Priest, hath conquered footmen. Laid on earth's ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXIII | Title: A prayer for deliverance from affliction ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXIII
A prayer for deliverance from affliction
1. We call with lauds from his most lofty dwelling victorious Agni, conqueror in battles. May he conveyus over al... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXIV | Title: A charm to avert an evil omen ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXIV
A charm to avert an evil omen
1. From all that woe and trouble may the Waters save and rescue me, Whate'er the Raven, black of hue, flying out hither ward, hath droppe... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXV | Title: A charm against imprecation and threatened evils ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXV
A charm against imprecation and threatened evils
1. With retroverted fruit hast thou, O Apāmārga, sprung and grown. Hence into distance most remote dr... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXVI | Title: A prayer to Vāk ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXVI
A prayer to Vāk
1. If it was in the wind or air's mid-region, if it was in the trees or in the bushes, To meet whose utterance forth streamed the cattle, may that. Celestial Power a... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXVII | Title: A priest's prayer to the Agnayo Dhishnyāh ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXVII
A priest's prayer to the Agnayo Dhishnyāh
1. May sense return to me again, and spirit, return my Sacred Power and my possessions! Again let fires, aflame... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXVIII | Title: A prayer for children and prosperity ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXVIII
A prayer for children and prosperity
1. Sarasvati, in thy decrees, Goddess, in thy celestial laws, Accept the offered sacrifice, and, Goddess, grant us prog... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXIX | Title: A prayer for prosperity ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXIX
A prayer for prosperity
1. May the wind kindly breathe on us, may the Sun warm us. pleasantly. May days pass happily for us, may night draw near delightfully, may dawn break... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXX | Title: A charm to frustrate an enemy's sacrifice ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXX
A charm to frustrate an enemy's sacrifice
1. Whatever sacrifice that man performeth with voice, mind, sacred formula, oblation, May, in accord with Death, De... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXI | Title: In praise of Agni ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXI
In praise of Agni
1. We set thee round us as a fort, victorious Agni! thee a sage, Bold in thy colour day by day, destroyer of the treacherous foe. |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXII | Title: An invitation to Indra ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXII
An invitation to Indra
1. Rise up and look upon the share of Indra fixt by ritual use. Whether ye poured libation dressed or took delight in it un- cooked.
2. Libation is p... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXIII | Title: An invitation to the Asvins ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXIII
An invitation to the Asvins
1. Inflamed is Agni, Heroes! charioteer of heaven. The caldron boils: the meath is drained to be your food. For we, O Asvins, singers spr... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXIV | Title: A charm to cure pustules, sores, or scrofulous swellings (apachitas) ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXIV
A charm to cure pustules, sores, or scrofulous swellings (apachitas)
1. Black is the mother, we have heard, from whom the red-... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXV | Title: A blessing on cows ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXV
A blessing on cows
1. Let not a thief or wicked man possess you: let not the dart of Rudra come anear you, Prolific, shining in the goodly pasture, drinking at pleasant pools the... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXVI | Title: A charm to cure scrofulous pustules and scrofula ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXVI
A charm to cure scrofulous pustules and scrofula
1. Rapidly dropping, quick to drop, more evil than the evil ones, More sapless than a dried-up bo... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXVII | Title: An incantation against an enemy ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXVII
An incantation against an enemy
1. Ye Maruts, full of fiery heat, accept this offering brought for you To help us, ye who slay the foe.
2. Maruts, the man who fi... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXVIII | Title: A charm for a prince's prosperity ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXVIII
A charm for a prince's prosperity
1. I free thee from the cord, I loose the bond, I loose the fastening. Even here, perpetual, Agni, wax thou strong.
2. I wi... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXIX | Title: A hymn to the New Moon ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXIX
A hymn to the New Moon
1. Night of the New-born Moon, whatever fortune the Gods who dwell with greatness have assigned thee, Therewith fulfil our sacrifice, all-baunteous! ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXX | Title: A hymn to the Full Moon ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXX
A hymn to the Full Moon
1. Full in the front, full rearward, from the middle the Full Moon's Night hath conquered in the battle. In her: may we, dwelling with Gods and great... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXXI | Title: A hymn to the New Moon ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXXI
A hymn to the New Moon
1. Forward and backward by their wondrous power move these two youths, disporting, round the ocean. One views all living things, and thou, the other,... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXXII | Title: In praise of Agni ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXXII
In praise of Agni
1. Sing with fair laud the combat for the cattle. Bestow upon us excellent possessions. Lead to the Gods the sacrifice we offer: let streams of oil flow pure... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXXIII | Title: A prayer for deliverance from sin and other evils ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXXIII
A prayer for deliverance from sin and other evils
1. Stablished amid the waters is, King Varuna, thy golden home. Thence let the Sovran who m... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXXIV | Title: A prayer for protection ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXXIV
A prayer for protection
1. Holder of sway, shine here refulgent, Agni! invincible immortal Jātavedas. With succours friendly to mankind, auspicious, driving away all mal... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXXV | Title: A charm to ensure victory in battle ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXXV
A charm to ensure victory in battle
1. This very mighty one whom Gods urge onward, the conqueror of cars, ever triumphant, Swift, fleet to battle, with uninjur... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXXVI | Title: The same ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXXVI
The same
1. Indra the rescuer, Indra the helper, Indra the brave who hears each invocation, Sakra I call, Indra invoked of many. May Indra Maghavan pros- per and bless us. |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXXVII | Title: A prayer to Rudra as Agni ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXXVII
A prayer to Rudra as Agni
1. To Rudra in the fire, to him who dwells in floods, to Rudra who hath entered into herbs and plants, To him who formed and fashioned all ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXXVIII | Title: A charm to cure a snake-bite ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXXVIII
A charm to cure a snake-bite
1. Depart! thou art a foe, a foe. Poison with poison hast thou mixt, yea, verily poison hast thou mixt. Go to the serpent: strike h... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN LXXXIX | Title: A prayer for purification and prosperity ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN LXXXIX
A prayer for purification and prosperity
1. The heavenly Waters have I ranged: we have been sated with their dew. Here, Agni, bearing milk, am I. Endow ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XC | Title: A charm against a rival in love ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XC
A charm against a rival in love
1. Tear thou asunder, as of old, like tangles of a creeping plant. Demolish thou the Dāsa's might.
2. May we with Indra's help divide the... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XCI | Title: A Prayer for protection ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XCI
A Prayer for protection
1. May Indra with his help, Lord of all treasures, be unto us a careful protector. Drive off our foes and give us peace and safety. May we be lords of ... |
[[ Collection: Atharva Veda | Translator: Ralph T.H. Griffith | Book: 7 | Hymn: HYMN XCII | Title: A Prayer for protection ]]
BOOK VII
HYMN XCII
A Prayer for protection
1. May this rich Indra as our good protector keep even far away the men who hate us. May we enjoy his favour, his the holy: may we enjoy his blessed ... |
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