Book 20. Hymn 16 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 275 HYMN XVI 1Like birds who keep their watch, plashing in water, like the loud voices of the thundering rain-cloud, Like merry streamlets bursting from the mountain thus to Brihaspati our hymns have sounded. 2The son of Angir...
Book 20. Hymn 120 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXX 1Though, Indra, thou art called by men eastward and westward, north and south, p. 357 Thou chiefly art with Anava and Turvasa, brave Champion! urged by men to come. 2Or, Indra, when with Ruma, Rusama, Syvaka, and Kripa thou...
Book 7. Hymn 81. A Hymn To The New Moon : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXI A Hymn To The New Moon 1Forward and backward by their wondrous power move these two youths, disporting, round the ocean. One views all living things, and thou, the other, art born again arranging times and seasons. 2Thou art...
Book 12. Hymn 1. A Hymn Of Prayer And Praise : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 75 BOOK XII HYMN I A Hymn Of Prayer And Praise To Prithiv Or Deified Earth 1Truth, high and potent Law, the Consecrating Rite, Fervour, Brahma, and Sacrifice uphold the Earth. May she, the Queen of all that is and is to be, may...
Book 7. Hymn 106. A Prayer For Pardon Of Sin : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CVI A Prayer For Pardon Of Sin 1Each thoughtless ill that we have done, O Agni, all error in our conduct, Jtavedas! Therefrom do thou, O sapient God, preserve us. May we thy friends, for bliss, have life eternal.
Book 5. Hymn 24. A Priest's Prayer For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a186 HYMN XXIV A Priest's Prayer For Protection And Assistance 1Savitar, Lord of furthering aids, protect me, in this my prayer, in this mine act, in this my sacerdotal charge, in this perfor- mance, in this thought, in this my pl...
Book 19. Hymn 33. A Protective And Benedictive : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXIII A Protective And Benedictive Charm 1Hundred stemmed, succulent, and worth a thousand, the Royal Rite of plants, the Water's Agni, Let this same Darbha guard us from all quarters. This Godlike Amulet shall with life endow us...
Book 7. Hymn 87. A Prayer To Rudra As Agni : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXVII A Prayer To Rudra As Agni 1To 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 these worlds, to him this Rudra, yea, to Agni, reverence be...
Book 7. Hymn 26. Praise Of Vishnu : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXVI Praise Of Vishnu 1I will declare the mighty deeds of Vishnu, of him who measured out the earthly regions, p. a281 Who propped the highest place of congregation, thrice setting down his footstep, widely striding. 2Loud boast...
Book 8. Hymn 3. A Prayer For The Destructi : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a327 HYMN III A Prayer For The Destruction Of Demons 1I balm with oil the mighty demon-slayer, to the most famous friend I come for shelter. Enkindled, sharpened by our rites, may Agni protect us in the day and night from evil. 2O...
Book 6. Hymn 58. A Priest's Prayer For Power : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a227 HYMN LVIII A Priest's Prayer For Power And Glory 1May Indra Maghavan give me name and glory. May Heaven and Earth, this couple, make me famous. May Savitar the deity make me honoured. Here may the man who gives the guerdon love...
Book 11. Hymn 9. An Incantation For The Destructi : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 68 HYMN IX An Incantation For The Destruction Of A Hostile Army 1All arms and every arrow, all the power and might that bows possess, The warlike weapon, axes, swords, the plan and purpose in the heart, All this, O Arbudi, make thou...
Book 20. Book 20 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book XX TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1 Hymn 2 Hymn 3 Hymn 4 Hymn 5 Hymn 6 Hymn 7 Hymn 8 Hymn 9 Hymn 10 Hymn 11 Hymn 12 Hymn 13 Hymn 14 Hymn 15 Hymn 16 Hymn 17 Hymn 18 Hymn 19 Hymn 20 Hymn 21 Hymn 22 Hymn 23 Hymn 24 Hymn 25 Hymn 26 Hymn 27 Hymn 28 Hymn 29...
Book 6. Hymn 67. A Charm For The Destructi : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXVII A Charm For The Destruction And Plunder Of Enemies 1Indra and Pshan have gone forth along the ways on every side. To-day those hosts of enemies must flee bewildered far away. 2Ye foes, come hitherward dismayed like serpents...
Book 6. Hymn 24. To The Rivers : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a210 HYMN XXIV To The Rivers 1Forth from the Hills of Snow they stream, and meet in Sindhu here or there. To me the sacred Waters gave the balm that heals the heart's disease. 2Whatever rupture I have had that injured eyes or heels...
Book 20. Hymn 135. Verses Called Frustrati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXXV Verses Called Frustration, Abuse, The Gods' Offering, And Dazzling Power 1Bang! here he is. A dog, 2Swish! it is gone. Falling of leaves. 3Crunch! it is trodden on. A cow's hoof. 4These Gods have gone astray. Do thou...
Book 7. Hymn 92. A Prayer For Protection : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a312 HYMN XCII A Prayer For Protection 1May 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 loving-kindness.
Book 2. Hymn 7. A Counter Charm Against Imprecati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VII A Counter-charm Against Imprecation And Malignity 1Hated by sinners, sprung from Gods, this Plant that turns the curse away Hath washed from me all curses, as water makes clean from spot and stain. 2All curses of a rival, each...
Book 12. Book 12 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book XII TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: A hymn of prayer and praise to Prithiv or deified Earth Hymn 2: A funeral hymn, and deprecation of Agni the Consumer of corpses Hymn 3: An accompaniment to the preparation and presentation of sacrificial offerings...
Book 19. Hymn 8. A Hymn To The Sun And Various : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 218 1Benign to me be all those Lunar Mansions to which the Moon as he moves on doth honour. All that are in the sky, the air, the waters, on earth, on moun- tains, in the heavenly regions. 2Propitious, mighty, let...
Book 7. Hymn 31. A Prayer For The Overthrow : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a283 HYMN XXXI A Prayer For The Overthrow Of Enemies 1Rouse us to-day O Indra, Maghavan, hero, with thy best pos- sible and varied succours, May he who hateth us fall low beneath us, and him whom we detest let life abandon.
Book 5. Hymn 19. The Wickedness Of Robbing : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a178 HYMN XIX The Wickedness Of Robbing Or Insulting Brhmans 1The sons of Vitahavya, the Srinjayas, waxed exceeding strong. They well-nigh touched the heavens, but they wronged Bhrigu and were overthrown. 2When men pierced...
Book 15. Hymn 1. The Hyperbolical Glorificati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 149 BOOK XV HYMN I The Hyperbolical Glorification Of The Vrtya Or Aryan Non-conformist 1There was a roaming Vrtya. He roused Prajpati to action. 2Prajpati beheld gold in himself and engendered it. 3That became unique, that became...
Book 20. Hymn 55 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LV 1Oft, oft I call that Indra, Maghavan the mighty, who evermore possesses power, ever resistless. Holy, most liberal, may he lead us on to riches, and, thunder armed, make all our pathways pleasant for us. 2Indra, what joys...
Book 20. Hymn 129 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 367 HYMN CXXIX 1These mares come springing forward to Pratipa Prtisutvana. 34. One of them is Hariknik. Hariknik, what seekest thou? 56. The excellent, the golden son: where now hast thou aban- doned him? 78. There where around...
Book 15. Hymn 8 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VIII 1He was filled with passion: from him sprang the Rjanya. 2He came to the people, to kinsmen, food and nourishment. 3He who possesses this knowledge becomes the dear home of the people, kinsmen, food and nourishment.
Book 19. Hymn 56. A Hymn To Sleep : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LVI A Hymn To Sleep 1Thou art come hither from the world of Yama: thou, resolute, affectest men with rapture. Thou, Sleep, created in the Asura's dwelling, goest, well-know- ing, with the solitary. 2At first the all-containing...
Book 20. Hymn 42 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLII 1From Indra have I measured an eight-footed and nine-cornered. song, p. 302 Delicate, faithful to the Law. 2Indra, both worlds complained to thee when uttering thy fearful roar, What time thou smotest Dasyus dead. 3Arising...
Book 7. Hymn 44. In Praise Of Indra And Vishnu : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLIV In Praise Of Indra And Vishnu 1Ye twain have conquered, and have not been vanquished: not either of the pair hath been defeated. Ye, Indra Vishnu, when ye fought your battle; produced this infinite with three divisions.
Book 3. Hymn 8. A Charm To Secure The Submissi : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VIII A Charm To Secure The Submission, Love, And Fidelity Of Kinsmen 1Let Mitra come, arranging, with the Seasons, lulling the Earth to rest with gleams of splendour. And so let Agni, Varuna, and Vyu make our dominion tran- quil...
Book 1. Hymn 15. A Prayer For The Prosperity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a15 HYMN XV A Prayer For The Prosperity Of An Institutor Of Sacrifice 1Let the streams, flow together, let the winds and birds assembled come. Let this my sacrifice delight them always. I offer it with duly mixt oblation. 2Come...
Book 13. Hymn 4. A Glorification Of The Sun : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 124 HYMN IV A Glorification Of The Sun As The Only Deity 1Down looking, on the ridge of sky Savitar goes to highest heaven. 2To misty cloud filled with his rays Mahendra goes encompassed round. 3Creator and Ordainer, he is Vyu, he...
Book 20. Hymn 4 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IV 1Come unto us who poured the juice, come hither to our eulogies. Drink of the juice, O fair of face. 2I pour it down within thee, so through all thy members let it run. Take with thy tongue the pleasant drink. 3Sweet to thy...
Book 6. Hymn 47. To Accompany The Three Daily : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a221 HYMN XLVII To Accompany The Three Daily Libations 1Dear to all men, all-prosperer, all-creating, may Agni, guard us* at the morn's libation. May he, the brightly pure one, give us riches: may we have life enjoying food together...
Book 2. Hymn 33 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a60 HYMN XXXIII 1From both thy nostrils, from both eyes, from both thine ears, and from thy chin, Forth from thy brain and tongue I root Consumption seated in thy head. 2Forth from the neck and from the nape, from dorsal vertebrae...
Book 6. Hymn 27. A Charm To Avert Misfortune : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXVII A Charm To Avert Misfortune Foreshown By The Coming Of A Dove 1Gods! whatsoe'er the Dove came hither seeking, sent to us as the envoy of Destruction, For that let us sing hymns and make atonement, Well be it with our...
Book 6. Hymn 113. A Charm To Banish The Fiend : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a253 HYMN CXIII A Charm To Banish The Fiend Grhi 1This sin the Gods wiped off and laid on Trita, and Trita wiped it off on human beings. Thence if the female fiend hath made thee captive, the Gods by prayer shall banish her and free...
Book 6. Book 6 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book VI TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: In praise of Savitar Hymn 2: In praise of Indra Hymn 3: A prayer to various deities for protection and prosperity Hymn 4: A hymn to various deities for protection Hymn 5: A prayer to Agni and Indra for the well...
Book 16. Hymn 8. An Imprecation On An Enemy : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VIII An Imprecation On An Enemy 1Whatever we have gained, whatever hath accrued to us, our Right, our energy, our Devotion, our heavenly light, our p. 168 sacrifice, our domestic animals, our offspring, our men,--from all share...
Book 19. Hymn 32. A Charm, With An Amulet : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXII A Charm, With An Amulet Of Darbha Grass, To Subdue Enemies And Win The Affection Of Others 1For lengthened life I bind on thee the Darbha grass, the mighty plant. Excellent, hard to overthrow, with hundred stems and thous...
Book 2. Hymn 31. A Charm Against All Sorts : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a58 HYMN XXXI A Charm Against All Sorts Of Worms 1With Indra's mighty millstone, that which crushes worms of every sort, I bray and bruise the worms to bits like vetches on the grinding stone. 2The Seen and the Invisible...
Book 15. Book 15 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book XV TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: The hyperbolical glorification of the Vrtya or Aryan Non-conformist Hymn 2: The same, continued Hymn 3 Hymn 4 Hymn 5 Hymn 6 Hymn 7 Hymn 8 Hymn 9 Hymn 10 Hymn 11 Hymn 12 Hymn 13 Hymn 14 Hymn 15 Hymn 16 Hymn 17 Hymn 18
Book 7. Hymn 94. A Charm To Ensure The Obedience : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCIV A Charm To Ensure The Obedience Of Subjects 1We laid the constant Soma on with constant sacrificial gift, That Indra may make all the tribes unanimous and only ours.
Book 6. Hymn 18. A Charm To Banish Jealousy : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XVIII A Charm To Banish Jealousy 1The first approach of Jealousy, and that which followeth the first, The pain, the fire that burns within thy heart we quench and drive away. 2Even as the earth is dead to sense, yea, more...
Book 20. Hymn 139. A Hymn To The Asvins : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXXIX A Hymn To The Asvins 1To help and favour Vatsa now, O Asvins, come ye hitherward. Bestow on him a dwelling spacious and secure, and keep malig- nites afar. 2All manliness that is in heaven, with the Five Tribes, or in mid...
Book 6. Hymn 135. A Priest's Fulminati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXXV A Priest's Fulmination Against An Enemy 1Whate'er I eat I turn to strength, and thus I grasp the Thunder- bolt, Rending the shoulders of that man as Indra shattered Vritra's neck. 2I drink together what I drink, even...
Book 7. Hymn 75. A Blessing On Cows : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXV A Blessing On Cows 1Let 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 limpid water. p. a303 2Ye know the place...
Book 6. Hymn 36. In Praise Of Agni Vaisvanara : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a216 HYMN XXXVI In Praise Of Agni Vaisvnara 1Holy Vaisvnara we seek, the Lord of light and endless life, the burning One who fadeth not. 2He hath directed all things; he sends forth the Seasons in his might, furthering sacrifice's...
Book 19. Hymn 26. A Hymn Accompanying Investiture : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXVI A Hymn Accompanying Investiture With An Amulet Of Gold 1Gold that was born from Fire is immortal hath been deposited with mortal creatures. He who knows this deserves to own this jewel, and in extreme old age dies he who...
Book 7. Hymn 54. A Charm To Obtain Knowledge : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LIV A Charm To Obtain Knowledge Of The Veda 1We worship holy Verse and Song, by which they carry out their acts, Shining in order's seat these twain present the sacrifice to Gods. 2As I have asked about Verse, Song, Sacrifice...
Book 19. Hymn 62. A Prayer For The Love : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXII A Prayer For The Love Of Gods And Men 1Make me beloved among the Gods, beloved among the Princes, make Me dear to everyone who sees, to Sdra and to Aryan man.
Book 20. Hymn 9 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IX 1As cows low to their calves in stalls, so with our songs we glorify This Indra, even your wondrous God who checks attack, who joys in the delicious juice. 2Celestial, bounteous Giver, girt about with might, rich, moun...
Book 4. Hymn 32. A Hymn To Manyu : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXII A Hymn To Manyu 1He who hath reverenced thee, Manyu, destructive bolt! breeds. for himself forthwith all conquering energy. Arya and Dsa will we conquer with thine aid, with thee the conqueror, with conquest conquest-sped...
Book 7. Hymn 61. A Prayer For Sacred Knowledge : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXI A Prayer For Sacred Knowledge And Its Fruits 1Since, Agni, with our fervent zeal we undergo austerity, May we be dear to Sacred Lore, may we be wise and live long lives. 2Agni, we practise acts austere, we undergo austerity...
Book 15. Hymn 5 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN V 1For him they made the Archer Bhava a deliverer from the inter- mediate space of the eastern region. Bhava the Archer, a deliverer, delivers him from the intermediate space of the eastern region. Neither Sarva nor Bhava nor Isn...
Book 7. Hymn 69. A Prayer For Prosperity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXIX A Prayer For Prosperity 1May 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 joyfully for us!
Book 20. Hymn 133. The Enigmatical Verses : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXXIII The Enigmatical Verses 1Two rays of light are lengthened out, and the man gently touches them with the two beatings on the drum. Maiden, it truly is not so as thou, O maiden, fanciest. Two are thy mother's rays of light:...
Book 20. Hymn 58 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LVIII 1Turning, as 'twere, to meet the Sun, enjoy from Indra all good things. When he who will be born is born with power we look to treasures as our heritage. 2Praise him who sends us wealth, whose bounties injure none. Good are...
Book 6. Hymn 45. A Prayer For Preservati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a220 HYMN XLV A Prayer For Preservation From Mental Sin And Evil Promptings 1Sin of the Mind, avaunt! begone! Why sayest thou what none should say? Go hence away, I love thee not. Go to the forests and the trees. My heart is in our...
Book 4. Hymn 7. A Charm To Make A Poisonous : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a111 HYMN VII A Charm To Make A Poisonous Plant Innocuous 1So may this water guard us on the bank of Varanvati. Therein hath Amrit been infused: with that I ward thy poison off. 2Weak is the poison of the East, weak is the pois...
Book 19. Hymn 63. A Prayer, With Sacrifice : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXIII A Prayer, With Sacrifice, For Long Life And Prosperity 1Rise up, O Brhmanaspati; awake the Gods with sacrifice. Strengthen the Sacrificer: aid life, breath, and off-spring, cattle, fame.
Book 4. Hymn 38. A Charm For Success In Gambling : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXVIII A Charm For Success In Gambling 1Hither I call the Apsaras, victorious, who plays with skill, Her who comes freely fort to view, who wins the stakes in games of dice. 2Hither I call that Apsaras who scatters and who...
Book 6. Hymn 4. A Hymn To Various Deities : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IV A Hymn To Various Deities For Protection 1May Tvashtar, Brhmanaspati, Parjanya hear my holy prayer. May Aditi with all her sons, the brothers, guard us, invincible, protecting power. 2May Ansa, Bhaga, Varuna, and Mitra, Aryam...
Book 6. Hymn 99. A Prayer For Protection In Battle : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCIX A Prayer For Protection In Battle 1Indra, before affliction comes, I call thee from the wide expanse. The mighty guardian, born alone, wearer of many names, I call. 2Whatever deadly missile launched to-day flies forth...
Book 1. Hymn 21. A Prayer To Indra For Protection : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a20 HYMN XXI A Prayer To Indra For Protection 1Lord of the clans, giver of bliss, fiend-slayer, mighty o'er the foe, May Indra, Soma-drinker, go before us, Bull, who brings us peace. 2Indra, subdue our enemies, lay low the men who...
Book 3. Hymn 26. A Charm To Win The Favour : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXVI A Charm To Win The Favour Of All Serpents 1Ye Gods who dwell within this eastward region, entitled Weapons, Agni forms your arrows. Be kind and gracious unto us and bless us. To you be reverence, to you be welcome! 2Ye Gods...
Book 7. Hymn 117. A Charm To Ensure Prosperity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXVII A Charm To Ensure Prosperity 1Come hither, Indra, with bay steeds, joyous, with tails like pea- cock plumes. Let none impede thy way as fowlers stay the bird: pass o'er them as o'er desert lands.
Book 7. Hymn 99. The Preparation Of The Altar : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCIX The Preparation Of The Altar 1Strew thou the Grass, and spread it on the Altar: rob not the sister who is lying yonder. The Hotar's seat is green and golden: these are gold necklets. in the plaee of him who worships.
Book 20. Hymn 51 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LI 1For you will I sing Indra's praise who gives good gifts as well we know; Praise of the Bounteous Lord who, rich in treasure, aids his singers with wealth thousandfold. 2As with a hundred hosts he rushes boldly on, ...
Book 16. Hymn 3. A Charm To Secure Power : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN III A Charm To Secure Power And Long Life 1I am the head of riches. Fain would I be the head of mine equals. 2Let not Ruja and Vena desert me. Let not the Head and the Preserver forsake me. 3Let not the Boiler and the Cup fail tme...
Book 6. Hymn 72. A Charm To Restore Or Increase : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXII A Charm To Restore Or Increase Virile Power 1Sicut anguis niger ad voluntatem se extendit, Asurarum arte magica formas novas efficiens, sic fascinum tuum, partem cum parte, conjunctum, hic hymnus efficiat. 2Velut penis...
Book 20. Hymn 46 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLVI 1Him who advances men to wealth, sends light to lead them in their wars, And quells their foemen in the fray: 2May he, the saviour much-invoked, may Indra bear us in a ship Safely beyond all enemies. 3As such, O Indra, honour...
Book 5. Hymn 28. A Charm To Ensure General : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a191 HYMN XXVIII A Charm To Ensure General Protection And Prosperity 1For lengthened life, to last through hundred autumns, they equalize with nine the nine aspirations. Three in gold, three in silver, three in iron by heat are...
Book 6. Hymn 48. Formulas To Be Used : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLVIII Formulas To Be Used At The Three Daily Libations 1Thou art the Hawk, Gyatri's lord: I hold thee fast. Happily bear me to the goal of this my sacrifice. All hail! 2Thou art the Ribhu, lord of Jagat: I hold thee fast. Happily...
Book 6. Hymn 137. A Charm To Promote : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a266 HYMN CXXXVII A Charm To Promote The Growth Of Hair 1The Plant which Jamadagni dug to make his daughter's locks. grow long, This same hath Vitahavya brought to us from Asita's abode. 2They might be measured with a rein, meted...
Book 6. Hymn 49. In Praise Of Agni : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a222 HYMN XLIX In Praise Of Agni 1O Agni, in thy body man hath never found a wounded part. The Ape devours the arrow's shaft as a cow eats her after- birth. 2Thou like a fleece contractest and expandest thee what time the upper...
Book 6. Hymn 128. A Charm For Fair Weather : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a261 HYMN CXXVIII A Charm For Fair Weather 1What time the heavenly bodies chose the Weather Prophet as their King, They brought him favouring weather, and, Let this be his do- main, they said. 2May we have weather fair at noon, May...
Book 3. Hymn 7. A Charm With An Amulet : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VII A Charm With An Amulet Of Buck Horn To Drive Away Hereditary Disease 1The fleet-foot Roebuck wears upon his head a healing remedy. Innate disease he drives away to all directions with his horn. 2With his four feet the vigorous...
Book 6. Hymn 70. A Benediction On Cow And Calf : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXX A Benediction On Cow And Calf 1As wine associates with flesh, as dice attend the gaming-board, As an enamoured man's desire is firmly set upon a dame, So let thy heart and soul, O Cow, be firmly set upou thy calf. 2As the male...
Book 4. Hymn 20. A Charm For The Acquisiti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XX A Charm For The Acquisition Of Superhuman Powers Of Sight 1It sees in front, it sees behind, it sees afar away, it sees The sky, the firmament, and earth: all this, O Goddess, it beholds. 2Through thee, O godlike Plant, may I...
Book 6. Hymn 103. A Charm To Check The Approach : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a248 HYMN CIII A Charm To Check The Approach Of A Hostile Army 1Brihaspati and Savitar prepare a rope to bind you fast! Let Bhaga, Mitra, Aryaman, and both the Asvins make the bond. 2I bind together all of them, the first, the last...
Book 20. Hymn 124 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXIV 1With what help will he come to us, wonderful, ever-waxing Friend, With what most mighty company? 2What genuine and most liberal draught will spirit thee with juice to burst. Open e'en strongly-guarded wealth? 3Do thou who...
Book 20. Hymn 12 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 272 HYMN XII 1Prayers have been offered up through love of glory: Vasishtha, honour Indra in the battle. He who with might extends through all existence hears words which I, his faithful servant, utter. 2A cry was raised which...
Book 2. Hymn 32. A Charm Against Worms : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a59 HYMN XXXII A Charm Against Worms Or Bots In Cows 1Uprising let the Sun destroy, and when he sinketh, with his beams. The Worms that live within the cow. 2The four-eyed worm, of every shape, the variegated, and the white I break...
Book 2. Hymn 28. A Prayer For A Boy's Long : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXVIII A Prayer For A Boy's Long And Happy Life 1This Child, Old Age! shall grow to meet thee only: none of the hundred other deaths shall harm him. p. a55 From trouble caused by friends let Mitra guard him, as a kind mother...
Book 8. Hymn 7. A Charm To Restore A Sick : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a340 HYMN VII A Charm To Restore A Sick Man To Health 1The tawny-coloured, and the pale, the variegated and the red, The dusky-tinted, and the black,--all Plants we summon hither- ward. 2This man let them deliver from Consumpti...
Book 16. Hymn 1. On The Preparation And Use : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 163 BOOK XVI HYMN I On The Preparation And Use Of Holy Water, With, A Prayer For Purification And Freedom From Sin 1The Bull of the Waters hath been let go; the heavenly fires have been let go. 2Breaking, breaking down, crushing...
Book 7. Hymn 23. A Charm To Banish Fiends : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a280 HYMN XXIII A Charm To Banish Fiends And Troubles 1The fearful dream, and indigence, the monster, the malignant hags. All female fiends of evil name and wicked tongue we drive afar.
Book 6. Hymn 62. A Prayer For Purificati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXII A Prayer For Purification And Riches 1Cleanse us Vaisvnara with rays of splendour! With breath and clouds let quickening Vyu cleanse us. p. a229 And, rich in milky rain, let Earth and Heaven, worshipful, holy, cleanse us with...
Book 19. Hymn 52. A Hymn To Kama Or Desire : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LII A Hymn To Kma Or Desire 1Thereafter rose Desire in the beginning, Desire the primal seed and germ of Spirit. O Kma dwelling with the lofty Kma, give growth of riches to the sacrificer. 2Thou, Kma, art victorious, famous...
Book 1. Hymn 19. A Prayer For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XIX A Prayer For Protection From Arrows And For The Punishment Of Enemies 1Let not the piercers find us, nor let those who wound discover us. O Indra, make the arrows fall, turned, far from us, to every side. 2Turned from us let...
Book 6. Hymn 15. A Charm For Power And Preeminence : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XV A Charm For Power And Preeminence 1Most excellent of all the plants art thou: thy vassals are the trees. Let him be subject to our power, the man who seeks to injure us. 2Whoever seeks to injure us, with kinsmen or no k...
Book 5. Hymn 14. A Charm Against Witchcraft : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XIV A Charm Against Witchcraft 1An eagle found thee: with his snout a wild boar dug thee from the earth. Harm thou, O Plant, the mischievous, and drive the sorcerer away. 2Beat thou the Ytudhnas back, drive thou away the sorcerer;...
Book 11. Hymn 1. An Accompaniment : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 41 BOOK XI HYMN I An Accompaniment To The Preparation And Presentation Of A Brahmaudana 1Agni, spring forth! Here Aditi, afflicted, cooks a Brahmaudana, yearning for children. Let the Seven Rishis, World-creators, rub thee...
Book 2. Book 2 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book II TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: Glorification of the prime cause of all things Hymn 2: A charm to ensure success in gambling Hymn 3: A water-cure charm Hymn 4: A charm to ensure health and prosperity by wearing an amulet Hymn 5: Invitati...
Book 19. Hymn 18. A Prayer For Security : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 227 HYMN XVIII A Prayer For Security And Peace On All Sides 1Let those who vex me from the eastern region, sinners, praise Agni followed by the Vasus. 2Let those who vex me from this quarter, sinners, praise Vyu compassed by...
Book 6. Hymn 5. A Prayer To Agni And Indr : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN V A Prayer To Agni And Indra For The Well Being Of A Princely Patron 1Agni, adored with sacred oil, lift up this man to high estate. Endow him with full store of strength and make him rich in progeny. 2Advance him, Indra! Let him...
Book 10. Hymn 4. A Charm To Overthrow A Rival : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN V A Charm To Overthrow A Rival And Gain Strength, Dignity, Long Life, Children, And General Prosperity 1Ye are the power of Indra, ye the force and strength of Indra, ye his hero might and manliness. I join you with the bonds...
Book 1. Hymn 8. To Indra, Brihaspati, Som : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VIII To Indra, Brihaspati, Soma And Agni, For The Destruction Of Sorcerers 1This sacrifice shall bring the Ytudhnas as the flood brings foam: p. a9 Here let the doer of this deed woman or man, acknowledge it. 2This one hath come...
Book 3. Hymn 12. A Benediction On A Newly : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a79 HYMN XII A Benediction On A Newly Built House 1Here, even here I fix my firm-set dwelling; flowing with fatness may it stand in safety. May we approach thee, House! with all our people, uncharmed and goodly men, and dwell with...
Book 6. Hymn 126. Glorification Of The War Drum : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a260 HYMN CXXVI Glorification Of The War Drum 1Send forth thy voice aloud through earth and heaven, and let the world in all its breadth regard thee. O Drum, accordant with the Gods and Indra, drive thou afar, yea, very far, our...
Book 4. Hymn 39. A Prayer To Various Deities : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXIX A Prayer To Various Deities For Health, Wealth, And Prosperity 1Agni no earth kath had mine homage. May he bless me. p. a150 As I have bowed me down to Agni on the earth, so let the Favouring Graces bow them down to me...
Book 7. Hymn 101. The Same : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CI The Same 1The food that in a dream I eat is not perceived at early morn. May all that food be blest to me because it is not seen by day.
Book 20. Hymn 132 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXXII 1, 2Then too the single bottle-gourd, the bottle-gourd dug from the earth, 3, 4The lute dug up from out the ground: this the wind stirs and agitates. p. 370 5, 6Let him prepare a nest, they say: he shall obtain it strong...
Book 1. Hymn 11. A Charm To Be Used At Child Birth : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XI A Charm To Be Used At Child-birth 1Vashat to thee. O Pshan At this birth let Aryaman the Sage perform as Hotar-priest, p. a12 As one who bears in season let this dame be ready to bring forth her child. 2Four are the regions...
Book 6. Hymn 17. A Charm To Ensure Conception : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XVII A Charm To Ensure Conception 1Even as this mighty Earth conceived the germ of all the things that be, So may the germ of life be laid in thee that thou mayst bear a son. 2Even as this mighty Earth hath borne and bears...
Book 6. Hymn 100. A Charm Against Poison : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN C A Charm Against Poison 1The Gods and Srya gave the gift, the Earth and Heaven best- owed the boon. The three Sarasvatis in full accord bestowed the antidote. 2That water, Upajks! which Gods poured for you on thirsty land, With...
Book 1. Hymn 14. A Woman's Incantation Against : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a14 HYMN XIV A Woman's Incantation Against A Rival 1As from the tree a wreath, have I assumed her fortune and her fame: Among her kinsfolk long may she dwell, like a mountain broadly- based. 2King Yama, let this maiden be...
Book 4. Hymn 10. A Charm Accompanying Investiture : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a115 HYMN X A Charm Accompanying Investiture With An Amulet Of Shell 1Child of the wind firmament, sprung from the lightning and the light, May this the gold-born Shell that bears the pearl preserve us from distress. 2Shell th...
Book 7. Hymn 58. An Invitation To Indra And Varuna : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a295 HYMN LVIII An Invitation To Indra And Varuna 1True to laws, Indra Varuna, drinkers of the juice, quaff this pressed Soma which shall give you rapturous joy! Let sacrifice, your car, to entertain the Gods, approach its rest...
Book 5. Hymn 11. A Dialogue Between Atharv : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XI A Dialogue Between Atharvan And Varuna 1How, terrible in might, hast thou here spoken to the great God, how to the gold-hued Father! Thy mind watched, greedy Varuna! to recover the brindled cow thou hadst bestowed as guerd...
Book 3. Hymn 1. A Prayer Or Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a66 BOOK III HYMN I A Prayer Or Charm For The Defeat And Destruction Of Enemies In Battle 1Let the wise Agni go against our foemen, burning against ill-will and imprecation Let him bewilder our opponents' army, Let Jtavedas smite...
Book 20. Hymn 1 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 265 BOOK XX HYMN I 1Thee, Indra, we invoke, the Bull, what time the Soma hath been pressed. Drink of the sweetly-flavoured juice. 2The best of guardian hath the man within whose dwelling-place ye drink, O Maruts, giants of the sky...
Book 16. Hymn 7. An Imprecation On An Enemy : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 167 HYMN VII An Imprecation On An Enemy 1Herewith I pierce this man. With poverty I pierce him. With disappearance I pierce him. With defeat I pierce him. With Grhi I pierce him. With darkness I pierce him. 2I summon him with...
Book 6. Hymn 107. A Charm To Protect Men : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CVII A Charm To Protect Men And Cattle 1Entrust me, Visvajit, to Tryamn. Guard, Tryamn, all our men, guard all our wealth of quadrupeds. 2To Visvajit entrust me, Tryamn. O Visvajit, guard all our men, etc. 3To Visvajit entrust me...
Book 20. Hymn 47 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLVII 1We make this Indra show his strength, to strike the mighty Vritra dead: A vigorous Hero shall he be. 2Indra was made for giving, most powerful, friendly in carouse, Bright, meet for Soma, famed in song. p. 304 3By song...
Book 5. Hymn 20. A Hymn To The War Drum : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a180 HYMN XX A Hymn To The War-drum To Secure Victory 1Formed out of wood, compact with straps of leather, loud is the: War-drum as he plays the hero. Whetting thy voice and vanquishing opponents, roar at them like a lion f...
Book 6. Hymn 2. In Praise Of Indra : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN II In Praise Of Indra 1For Indra, ministering priests! run ye and press the Soma juice, That he may hear his praiser's word, and this my call. 2Thou into whom the drops find way as sap pours life into a tree, Drive off in thine...
Book 7. Hymn 29. To Agni And Vishnu : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIX To Agni And Vishnu 1This 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 stretch to take the offered fatness. 2Ye love...
Book 15. Hymn 4 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IV 1For him they made the two Spring months protectors from the eastern region, and Brihat and Rathantara superintendents. The two Spring months protect from the eastern region, and Brihat and Rathantara superintend, the man who...
Book 20. Hymn 59 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LIX 3His portion is exceeding great, like a victorious soldier's spoil. Him who is Indra, Lord of Bays, no foes subdue. He gives the Soma-pourer strength. 4Make for the holy Gods a hymn that is not mean, but well arranged and fair...
Title Page : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Translated By RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Scanned, proofed and formatted , April 2007, by John Bruno Hare. This text is in the public domain because it was published prior to 1923.
Book 3. Hymn 5. A King's Address To An Amulet : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a70 HYMN V A King's Address To An Amulet Which Is To Strengthen His Authority 1This Parna-Amulet hath come, strong and destroying with its strength my rivals. The power of the Gods, the plants' sweet essence, may it incite me...
Book 7. Hymn 95. An Incantation Against : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCV An Incantation Against An Undetected Thief 1To heaven, as 'twere, have soared this man's two vultures, staggering, dusky hued. The Parcher and the Drier-up, the pair who parch and dry his heart. 2I verily have stirred them up...
Book 6. Hymn 60. The Wooing Of A Bride : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LX The Wooing Of A Bride 1With forelock loosened o'er his brow here comes the wooer of the bride, p. a228 Seeking a husband for this maid, a wife for this unmarried man. 2Wooer! this girl hath toiled in vain, going to others'...
Book 6. Hymn 134. A Priest's Prayer For Power : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXXIV A Priest's Prayer For Power To Punish Wrong-doers 1This Thunderbolt shall take its fill of Order, scare life away and overthrow the kingdom. Tear necks in pieces. rend napes asunder, even as the Lord of Might the neck...
Book 19. Hymn 10. A Prayer For The Same : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN X A Prayer For The Same 1Befriend us with their aids Indra and Agni, Indra and Varuna who receive oblations! Indra and Soma give health, wealth and comfort, Indra and Pshan be our strength in battle! 2Auspicious friends to us be...
Book 7. Hymn 77. An Incantation Against An Enemy : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a304 HYMN LXXVII An Incantation Against An Enemy 1Ye Maruts, full of fiery heat, accept this offering brought for you To help us, ye who slay the foe. 2Maruts, the man who filled with rage against us beyond our thoughts would harm...
Book 20. Hymn 43 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLIII 1Drive all our enemies away, smite down the foes who press around, And bring the wealth for which we long; 2O Indra, that which is concealed in firm strong place precipitous: Bring us the wealth for which we long: 3Gre...
Book 6. Hymn 78. A Nuptial Benediction : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a236 HYMN LXXVIII A Nuptial Benediction 1Let this man be again bedewed with this presented sacrifice. And comfort with the sap of life the bride whom they have brought to him. 2With life's sap let him comfort her, and raise her high...
Book 7. Hymn 100. A Charm Against Nightmare : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a315 HYMN C A Charm Against Nightmare 1I turn away from evil dream, from dream of sin, from indigence. I make the prayer mine inmost friend. Hence! torturing. dreamy phantasies!
Book 6. Hymn 22. To The Maruts Or Storm Gods : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a209 HYMN XXII To The Maruts Or Storm-Gods 1Dark the descent; the strong-winged birds are golden: they fly aloft to heaven, enrobed in waters. They have come hither from the seat of Order, and inundated earth with streams of fatness...
Book 20. Hymn 5 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN V 1Like women, let this Soma juice invested with its raiment, glide.. Most active Indra, close to thee. 2Mighty in bulk, strong-necked, stout-armed in the wild rapture. of the juice p. 267 Doth Indra smite the foemen dead. 3Indr...
Book 12. Hymn 2. A Funeral Hymn, And Deprecati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 82 HYMN II A Funeral Hymn, And Deprecation Of Agni The Consumer Of Corpses 1This is no place to hold thee; mount the Nda: this lead is thine appointed share. Come hither. Together with Consumption in the cattle, Consumption in our...
Book 7. Hymn 104. A Prayer For Prosperity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a316 HYMN CIV A Prayer For Prosperity 1Who will prepare the dappled Cow, good milker, ne'er without calf, whom Varuna gave Atharvan, And, joying in Brihaspati's alliance, arrange according to his will her body?
Book 6. Hymn 85. A Charm Against Consumption : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXV A Charm Against Consumption 1Let Varana the heavenly tree here present keep disease away. The Gods have driven off Decline that entered and possessed this man. p. a240 2We with the speech of Indra and of Mitra and of Varun...
Book 8. Book 8 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book VIII TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: A charm to recover a dying man Hymn 2: The same Hymn 3: A prayer for the destruction of demons Hymn 4: Imprecations on demons Hymn 5: A charm accompanying investiture with an amulet Hymn 6: A charm to exercise...
Book 2. Hymn 2. A Charm To Ensure Success : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a34 HYMN II A Charm To Ensure Success In Gambling 1Lord of the World, divine Gandharva, only he should be honoured in the Tribes and worshipped. Fast with my spell, celestial God, I hold thee. Homage to thee! Thy home is...
Book 6. Hymn 120. A Prayer For Pard : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXX A Prayer For Pardon Of Sins And Felicity Hereafter 1If we have injured Air, or Earth, or Heaven, if we have wronged our Mother or our Father, May Agni Grhapatya here absolve us, and bear us up into the world of virtue. 2Earth...
Book 8. Hymn 1. A Charm To Recover A Dying Man : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a322 BOOK VIII HYMN I A Charm To Recover A Dying Man 1Homage to Death the Ender! May thy breathings, inward and outward, still remain within thee. Here stay this man united with his spirit in the Sun's realm, the world of life...
Book 7. Hymn 49. A Prayer For Children And Booty : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLIX A Prayer For Children And Booty 1May the Gods' Consorts aid us of their own free will, help us to offspring and the winning of the spoil. May Goddesses who quickly listen shelter us, both those on earth and they with...
Book 16. Hymn 5. A Charm Against Evil Dreams : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN V A Charm Against Evil Dreams 1We know thine origin, O Sleep. Thou art the son of Grahi, the minister of Yama. Thou art the Ender, thou art Death. As such, O Sleep, we know thee well. As such preserve us from the evil dream. 2We...
Book 6. Hymn 130. A Woman's Love Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXX A Woman's Love-charm 1This is the Apsarases' love-spell, the conquering, resistless ones'. Send the spell forth, ye Deities! Let him consume with love of me. 2I pray, may he remember me, think of me, loving and beloved. Send...
Book 16. Hymn 4. A Charm To Secure Long Life : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 165 HYMN IV A Charm To Secure Long Life And Success 1I am the:centre of riches. Fain would I be the centre of mine equals. 2Pleasant art thou to sit by one, a mother: immortal among mortals. 3Let not inward breath desert me; let not...
Book 19. Hymn 28. A Charm For The Destructi : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 234 HYMN XXVIII A Charm For The Destruction Of Enemies 1On thee I bind this Amulet for lengthened life and brilliancy. The rival-quelling Darbha grass that burns the spirit of a foe. 2Burning the spirit of the foe, vexing the heart...
Book 7. Hymn 73. An Invitation To The Asvins : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXIII An Invitation To The Asvins 1Inflamed is Agni, Heroes! charioteer of heaven. The caldron boils: the meath is drained to be your food. For we, O Asvins, singers sprung from many a house, invite you to be present at our...
Book 4. Hymn 5. A Lover's Sleep Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a109 HYMN V A Lover's Sleep-charm 1The Bull who hath a thousand horns, who rises up from out the sea, By him the strong and mighty one we lull the folk to rest and. sleep. 2Over the surface of the earth there breathes no wind, there...
Book 19. Hymn 19. A Hymn Recommending : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XIX A Hymn Recommending The Protection Of Various Gods 1Mitra arose with Earth. To that fort I lead you: enter it, occupy it. Let it give you protection and defence. 2Vyu arose with Air. To that fort, etc. 3Srya arose with Heaven...
Book 3. Hymn 13. A Benediction On A Newly : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a80 HYMN XIII A Benediction On A Newly Cut Water Channel 1As ye, when Ahi had been slain, flowed forth together with a roar, So are ye called the Roaring Ones: this, O ye Rivers, is your name. 2As driven forth by Varuna ye swiftly...
Book 20. Hymn 143. Hymn To The Asvins : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXLIII Hymn To The Asvins 1We invocate this day your car, far-spreading, O Asvins, even the gathering of the sunlight, Car praised in hymns, most ample, rich in treasure, fitted with seats, the car that beareth Sry. 2Asvins, ye...
Book 7. Hymn 113. A Woman's Incantation Against : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXIII A Woman's Incantation Against A Rival 1Rough Plant, thou rough rude parasite, cut thou that man, O Rough and Rude, That thou mayst hinder from his act that man in all his manly strength. 2Thou, rugged Plant, art rude...
Book 7. Hymn 82. In Praise Of Agni : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXII In Praise Of Agni 1Sing 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 and full of sweetness. 2Agni I first appropriate...
Book 20. Hymn 14 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XIV 1We call on thee, O peerless One. We, seeking help, possessing nothing firm ourselves, Call on thee wonderful in fight. 2On thee for aid in sacrifice. This youth of ours, the bold, the mighty, hath gone forth. We, therefore...
Book 20. Hymn 122 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXII 1With Indra splendid feasts be ours enriched with ample spoil, wherewith, Wealthy in food, we may rejoice. 2Like thee, thyself, the singers' friend, thou movest as it were, besought, Bold One, the axle of the car. 3Th...
Book 6. Hymn 8. A Man's Love Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VIII A Man's Love-charm 1Like as the creeper throws, her arms on every side around the tree, So hold thou me in thine embrace that thou mayst be in love with me, my darling, never to depart. 2As, when he mounts, the eagle strikes...
Book 20. Hymn 49 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 306 HYMN XLIX 1When voices, fain to win mid-air, ascended to the Mighty One, The vigorous God was filled with joy. 2Praise with the voice the Mighty, praise the awful with the voice: in heaven He, the most bounteous, hath been glad...
Book 6. Hymn 92. A Charm To Strengthen : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a243 HYMN XCII A Charm To Strengthen And Inspirit A War-horse 1Be fleet as wind, Strong Steed, when thou art harnessed; go forth as swift as thought at lndra's sending. Let the possessors of all wealth, the Maruts, yoke thee...
Book 19. Hymn 22. A Prose Hymn Of Homage : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXII A Prose Hymn Of Homage To Various Portions Of The Atharva-veda, To The Rishis, And To Brahma 1With the first five chapters of the Angirases, Hail! p. 229 2To the sixth, Hail! 3To the seventh and eight, Hail! 4The black-clawed...
Book 6. Hymn 142. A Blessing On Cattle : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXLI A Blessing On Cattle 1Spring high, O Barley, and become much through thine own magnificence: p. a269 Burst all the vessels; let the bolt from heaven forbear to strike thee down. 2As we invite and call to thee, Barley, a God...
Book 7. Hymn 9. A Prayer To Pushan For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IX A Prayer To Pshan For Protection And The Recovery Of Lost Property 1Pshan was born to move on distant pathways, on roads remote from earth, remote from heaven. To both most lovely places of assembly he travels and returns with...
Book 20. Hymn 57 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LVII 1As a good cow to him who milks, we call the doer of fair deeds. To our assistance day by day. 2Come thou to our libations, drink of Soma, Soma-drinker thou! The rich One's rapture giveth kine. 3So may we be acquainted with...
Book 8. Hymn 9. An Enunciation Of Cosmogonical : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a346 HYMN IX An Enunciation Of Cosmogonical, Ritual, And Metrical Doctrine 1Whence were these two produced? which was that region?' From what world, from which earth had they their being? Calves of Virj, these two arose from water...
Book 1. Hymn 22. A Charm Against Jaundice : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXII A Charm Against Jaundice 1As the Sun rises, let thy sore disease and yellowness depart. p. a21 We compass and surround thee with the colour of a ruddy ox. 2With ruddy hues we compass thee that thou mayst live a leng- thened...
Book 3. Hymn 20. A Prayer For Riches : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XX A Prayer For Riches And General Prosperity 1This is thine ordered place of birth whence sprung to life thou shinest forth. p. a90 Knowing this, Agni, mount on high and cause our riches to increase. 2Turn hither, Agni, speak...
Book 20. Hymn 53 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LIII 1Who knows what vital power he wins, drinking beside the flowing juice? This is the fair-cheeked God who, joying in the draught, breaks down the castles in his strength. 2As a wild elephant rushes on, this way and that way...
Book 4. Hymn 35. Magnification Of The Od : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXV Magnification Of The Odana Or Oblation Of Milk And Rice 1Odana which Prajpati, the firstborn of Order, dressed with fervour for the Brhman, which guards the worlds from breaking atIthe centre,--I with this Odana will conquer...
Book 19. Book 19 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book XIX TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: An accompaniment to the offering of a Mixt Oblation Hymn 2: A hymn to all waters Hymn 3: A hymn to Agni for protection and prosperity Hymn 4: A prayer, accompanying sacrifice, for the attainment of a wish Hymn 5:...
Book 5. Book 5 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book V TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: A glorification of Trita and Varuna Hymn 2: A glorification of Indra Hymn 3: A prayer to Agni, Indra, and other deities for victory and prosperity Hymn 4: A charm against fever and other ailments Hymn 5: A charm...
Book 4. Hymn 17. A Charm To Secure Freedom : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a125 HYMN XVII A Charm To Secure Freedom From Various Evils 1We seize and hold thee, Conquering One! the queen of medi- cines that heal. O Plant, I have endowed thee with a hundred powers for every man, 2Still conquering, banishing...
Book 19. Hymn 64. A Prayer To Agni For Children : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXIV A Prayer To Agni For Children, Long Life, And Various Blessings 1For lofty Jtavedas I have brought the fuel hither first. May he who knoweth all bestow faith and intelligence on me. 2With fuel and with flaming wood we...
Book 3. Hymn 11. A Charm For The Recovery : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a77 HYMN XI A Charm For The Recovery Of A Dangerously Sick Man 1For life I set thee free by this oblation both from unmarked'. decline and from consumption: Or if the grasping demon have possessed him, free him from her,. O Indr...
Book 2. Hymn 6. A Prayer To Agni For Protection : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VI A Prayer To Agni For Protection 1Half-years and seasons strengthen thee, O Agni, the years, and all the Verities, and Rishis! p. a39 Flash forth with thy celestial effulgence: illumine all four regions of the heavens. 2Kindle...
Book 6. Hymn 56. A Charm Against Snakes : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a226 HYMN LVI A Charm Against Snakes 1Let not the serpent slay us, O Gods, with our children and our folk. Let it not close the opened mouth nor open that which now is closed. 2Be worship paid unto the black, worship to that with...
Book 6. Hymn 66. A Charm For The Destructi : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a231 HYMN LXVI A Charm For The Destruction And Plunder Of Enemies 1Handless be every foeman who assaileth, they who with missiles come to fight against us! Dash them together with great slaughter, Indra! and let their robber chief...
Book 6. Hymn 55. A Prayer For General Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LV A Prayer For General Protection And Prosperity 1Of all the many God-frequented pathways that traverse realms between the earth and heaven, Consign me, all ye Gods to that which leadeth to perfect and inviolable safety...
Book 7. Hymn 1. Glorification Of The Power : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a270 BOOK VII HYMN I Glorification Of The Power Of Prayer And To Agni 1They who by thought have guided all that Speech hath best, or they who with their heart have uttered words of truth, Made stronger by the strength which...
Book 6. Hymn 91. A Charm Against Disease : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCI A Charm Against Disease 1They made this barley ready with a team of eight, a team of six. With this I drive to westward, far away, thy bodily disease. 2Vita breathes downward from above, and downward Srya sends his heat:...
Book 20. Hymn 126 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 360 HYMN CXXVI 1Men have abstained from pouring juice; nor counted Indra as a God. Where at the votary's store my friend Vrishkapi hath drunk his fill. Supreme is Indra over all. 2Thou, Indra, heedless passest by the ill Vrishkapi...
Book 20. Hymn 10 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 270 HYMN X 1These songs of ours exceeding sweet, these hymns of praise as- cend to thee, Like ever-conquering chariots that display their strength, gain wealth and give unfailing aid. 2The Bhrigus are like suns, like Kanv...
Book 4. Hymn 24. A Hymn Of Prayer And Praise : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a133 HYMN XXIV A Hymn Of Prayer And Praise To Indra 1I think of Indra, only him for ever, fiend-slayer, May these lauds of mine come near him. He cometh to the pious offerer's calling. May he deliver us from grief and trouble. 2Who...
Book 6. Hymn 86. A Glorification Of A Newly : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXVI A Glorification Of A Newly Consecrated King 1This is the Lord of Indra, this the Lord of Heaven, the Lord of Earth, The Lord of all existing things: the one and only Lord be thou, 2The Sea is regent of the floods, Agni is...
Book 5. Hymn 27. An Apri Or Propitiatory Hymn : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXVII An Apri Or Propitiatory Hymn 1Uplifted be this sacrificer's fuel: lofty and brilliant be the flames of Agni! Splendidly bright, fair-faced, with all his offspring, Tannapt the Asura, many-handed. 2God among Gods, the God...
Book 5. Hymn 31. A Counter Charm Against : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXI A Counter-charm Against The Incantations Of An Enemy 1The spell that they have cast for thee on unbaked dish or ming- led meal, p. a197 The witchcraft wrought on undressed meat, this I strike back again on them. 2The spell...
Book 19. Hymn 36. A Charm Against Disease : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 241 HYMN XXXVI A Charm Against Disease And Evil Spirits 1The Hundred-haired hath banished hence fiends and Consump- tions by its might. With splendour hath the charm that scares demons of ill-name mounted up. 2It drives off demons...
Book 2. Hymn 35. Expiation For An Imperfectly : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a62 HYMN XXXV Expiation For An Imperfectly Performed Sacrifice 1We who enjoying it have grown no richer, for whom the sacred altar-fires have sorrowed, We who compounded with deficient worship,--may Visvakarman make our service...
Book 5. Hymn 23. A Charm Against Parasitic Worms : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIII A Charm Against Parasitic Worms 1I have called Heaven and Earth to aid, have called divine Sarasvati, Indra and Agni have I called: Let these destroy the worm, I prayed. 2O Indra, Lord of Treasures, kill the worms that prey...
Book 6. Hymn 117. A Prayer For Freedom From Debt : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXVII A Prayer For Freedom From Debt 1That which I eat, a debt which still is owing, the tribute due to Yama, which supports me, p. a255 Thereby may I be free from debt, O Agni. Thou knowest how to rend all bonds asunder. 2Still...
Book 4. Hymn 34. Glorification Of The Vishtari : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a143 HYMN XXXIV Glorification Of The Vishtri Sacrifice 1The head of this is prayer, its back the Brihat, Odanas's belly is the Vmadevya; Its face reality, its sides the metre, Vishtri sacrifice produced from fervour. 2Boneless...
Book 3. Hymn 18. A Jealous Wife's Incantati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a87 HYMN XVIII A Jealous Wife's Incantation Against A Rival 1From out the earth I dig this Plant, and herb of most effectual power, Wherewith one quells the rival wife and gains the husband for one's self. 2Auspicious, with expanded...
Book 20. Hymn 18 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XVIII 1This, even this, O Indra, we implore: as thy devoted friends, The Kanvas praise thee with their hymns. 2Naught else, O Thunderer, have I praised in the skilled singer's eulogy: On thy laud only have I thought. 3The Gods...
Book 7. Hymn 30. A Charm To Be Used When : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXX A Charm To Be Used When The Eyes Are Anointed 1Heaven, Earth, and Mitra here have caused mine eyes to be- anointed well, Savitar, Brhmanaspati take care that they be duly balmed!
Book 6. Hymn 136. A Charm To Promote : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXXVI A Charm To Promote The Growth Of Hair 1Born from the bosom of wide Earth the Goddess, godlike Plant, art thou: So we, Nitatn! dig thee up to strengthen and fix fast the hair. 2Make the old firm, make new hair spring...
Book 6. Hymn 127. A Charm To Banish Various : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXVII A Charm To Banish Various Diseases 1Of abscess, of decline, of inflammation of the eyes. O Plant, Of penetrating pain, thou Herb, let not a particle remain. 2Those nerves of thine, Consumption! which stand closely hidden...
Book 19. Hymn 25. A Charm To Be Used When : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 232 HYMN XXV A Charm To Be Used When A Young Ox Is First Yoked 1I yoke thee with the mind of one unwearied still and first of all. Be thou a bearer up the hill: run hither bearing up thy load.
Book 10. Hymn 10. A Glorificati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 36 HYMN X A Glorification Of The Sacred Cow As Representing The Radiant Heavens 1Worship to thee springing to life, and worship unto thee when born! Worship, O Cow, to thy tail-hair, and to thy hooves, and to thy form! 2The man who...
Book 20. Hymn 130 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 368 HYMN CXXX 1, 2Who carried off these stores of milk? Who took the dark cow's milk away? 3, 4Who took away the white cow's milk t Who took the black cow's milk away? 5, 6 Question this man, Where do I ask? Where, whom that knoweth...
Book 18. Hymn 4. A Funeral Hymn, Composed : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 201 HYMN IV A Funeral Hymn, Composed Partly Of Verses From The Rigveda 1Rise to your mother, flames of Jtavedas! I send you up by paths which Fathers traverse. With headlong speed the Oblation bearer bore our gifts: toil ye...
Book 3. Hymn 21. In Honour Of Fire In All : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a91 HYMN XXI In Honour Of Fire In All Shapes, To Appease Agni Of The Funeral Pile And To Quench The Flames Of Cremation 1All Fires that are in water and in Vritra, all those that man and stones contain within them, That which hath...
Book 4. Hymn 19. A Counter Charm And Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a127 HYMN XIX A Counter-charm And Charm To Secure General Protection. 1Thou breakest ties of kith and kin, thou causest, too, relation- ship: So bruise the sorcerer's offspring, like a reed that groweth in the Rains. 2Thou hast been...
Book 19. Hymn 45. A Curative And Protective Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLV A Curative And Protective Charm 1As debt from debt repay and send sorcery to the sorcerer's house. Split, Salve! the cruel villain's ribs whose evil eye bewitches us. 2Whatever evil dream we have, what'er befall our kine...
Book 6. Hymn 31. To Surya The Sun God : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXI To Srya The Sun-God 1This spotted Bull hath come and sat before his mother in the east. Advancing to his father Heaven. p. a214 2As expiration from his breath his radiance penetrates within. The Bull shines out through all...
Book 5. Hymn 16. A Charm For The Increase : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XVI A Charm For The Increase Of Cattle 1Bull! if thou art the single bull, beget. Thou hast no vital sap.
Book 15. Hymn 6 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 154 HYMN VI 1He went his way to the region of the nadir. Earth and Agni and herbs and trees and shrubs and plants followed him. He who possesses this knowledge becomes the dear home of Earth and Agni and herbs and trees and shrubs...
Book 1. Hymn 17. A Charm To Be Used At Venesection : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a17 HYMN XVII A Charm To Be Used At Venesection 1Those maidens there, the veins, who run their course in robes of ruddy hue, Must now stand quiet, reft of power, like sisters who are brother- less. 2Stay still, thou upper vein, stay...
Book 20. Hymn 45 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLV 1This is thine own. Thou drawest near, as the dove turneth to his mate. Thou carest too for this our prayer. 2O Hero, Lord of Bounties, praised in hymns, may power and pleasantness Be his who signs the laud to thee. 3Lord...
Book 7. Hymn 36. A Charm To Be Pronounced : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXVI A Charm To Be Pronounced By Bride And Bridegroom 1Sweet are the glances of our eyes, our faces are as smooth as balm, Within thy bosom harbour me; one spirit dwell in both of us!
Book 6. Hymn 97. A Prayer For The Success : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCVII A Prayer For The Success And Prosperity Of A King 1The sacrifice is victor, Agni victor, victorious is Soma, Indra conquers: So will we bring oblation unto Agni, this sacrifice that I may win all battles. 9Praise to you...
Book 20. Hymn 3 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 266 HYMN III 1Come, we have pressed the juice for thee: O Indra, drink this Soma here. Seat thee on this my sacred grass. 2Let both thy bay steeds, yoked by prayer long-maned, O Indra, bring thee nigh. 3We Soma-bearing Brhmans call...
Book 20. Hymn 7 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VII 1Srya, thou mountest up to meet the Hero famous for his wealth, Who hurls the bolt and works for man: 2Him who with might of both his arms brake nine-and ninety castles down, Slew Vritra and smote Ahi dead. 3This Indra is our...
Book 6. Hymn 123. A Prayer For Happiness In Heaven : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXIII A Prayer For Happiness In Heaven 1Ye who are present, unto you I offer this treasure brought to us by Jtavedas Happily will the sacrificer follow: do ye acknowledge him in highest heaven. 2Do ye acknowledge him in highest...
Book 20. Hymn 41 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 301 HYMN XLI 1With bones of Dadhyach for his arms, Indra, resistless in attack, Struck nine-and-ninety Vritras dead, 2He, searching for the horse's head, removed among the moun- tains, found At Saryanvn what he sought. 3Then verily...
Book 1. Hymn 10. Absolution Of A Sinner After : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a11 HYMN X Absolution Of A Sinner After Intercession With Varuna 1This Lord is the Gods' ruler; for the wishes of Varuna the King must be accomplished. Therefore, triumphant with the prayer I utter, I rescue this man from the Fierce...
Book 5. Hymn 10. A Prayer To The Presiding : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN X A Prayer To The Presiding Deities Of The Four Quarters For Protection 1Thou art my wall of stone against the sinner who fights against me from the eastern quarter. May he encounter it! 2Thou art my wall of stone against...
Book 19. Hymn 70. A Charm For Long Life : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXX A Charm For Long Life 1Live, Indra. Live Srya. Live, ye Gods. I fain would live. Fain would I live my complete term of life.
Book 7. Hymn 64. A Charm To Avert An Evil Omen : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXIV A Charm To Avert An Evil Omen 1From all that woe and trouble may the Waters save and rescue me, Whate'er the Raven, black of hue, flying out hither ward, hath dropped. 2May Agni Grhapatya save and set me free from all this...
Book 7. Hymn 8. Godspeed To A Departing Traveller : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VIII Godspeed To A Departing Traveller 1Go forward on thy way from good to better: Brihaspati pre- cede thy steps and guide thee! p. a274 Place this man here, within this earth's enclosure, afar from foes with all his men...
Book 7. Hymn 27. A Prayer To Ida, Goddess : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a282 HYMN XXVII A Prayer To Ida, Goddess Of Devotion 1May Id with her statute dwell beside us, she in whose place the pious purge and cleanse them. She, mighty, Soma-decked, whose foot drops fatness, meet for All-Gods, hath come...
Book 19. Hymn 55. A Hymn To Agni For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LV A Hymn To Agni For Protection And Prosperity 1Bringing, as 'twere, with care unceasing fodder night after night to feed this stabled Courser, Joying in food and in the growth of riches, may we thy neigh- bours, Agni, ne'er be...
Book 7. Hymn 18. A Prayer For Rain : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a278 HYMN XVIII A Prayer For Rain 1Burst open, Prithvi, and cleave asunder this celestial cloud. Untie, O Dhtar--for thou canst--the bottle of the breast of heaven. 2Let not the Sun's heat burn, nor cold destroy her. Let Earth with...
Book 7. Hymn 40. A Prayer For Prosperity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a286 HYMN XL A Prayer For Prosperity 1We call Sarasvn, under whose protection all cattle wander, to preserve and aid us, Him in whose ordinance abide the waters, to whose command the Lord of Plenty listens. 2Abiding here let us...
Book 2. Hymn 29. A Benediction On A Sick Man : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIX A Benediction On A Sick Man 1Gods, give him all that earth hath best with bodily strength and happy fate. Agni and Srya grant him life, Brihaspati give him eminence! 2Bestow thou life on him, O Jtavedas. Store him with future...
Book 6. Hymn 54. A Benediction On A Newly : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LIV A Benediction On A Newly Elected King 1Win the love of Indra that his friend may reach yet higher state. Increase, as rain the grass, this man's dominion and his lofty fame. 2Confirm the princely power in him, Agni and Som...
Book 19. Hymn 54. A Hymn To Kala. A Continuati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LIV A Hymn To Kla; A Continuation Of The Preceding Hymn 1From Kla sprang the Waters, sprang the regions, Brahma, Holy Fire. The Sun ascends by Kla, and in Kla sinks again to rest. 2By Kla freshly blows the wind, mighty through Kl...
Book 3. Hymn 25. A Man's Love Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a96 HYMN XXV A Man's Love-charm 1Let the Impeller goad thee on. Rest not in peace upon thy bed. Terrible is the shaft of Love: therewith I pierce thee to the heart. 2That arrow winged with longing thought, its stem Desire, its neck...
Book 1. Hymn 35. A Charm To Ensure Long Life : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXV A Charm To Ensure Long Life And Glory To The Wearer Of An Amulet 1This Ornament of Gold which Daksha's children bound, with benevolent thoughts, on Satnka, This do I bind on thee for life, for glory, for long life lasting...
Book 20. Hymn 69 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 319 HYMN LXIX 1May he stand by us in our need and in abundance for our wealth: With riches may he come to us; 2Whose pair of tawny horses yoked in battles foemen challenge not: To him, to Indra, sing your song. 3Nigh...
Book 7. Hymn 20. A Prayer For Prosperity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XX A Prayer For Prosperity And Happiness 1Anumati approve to-day our sacrifice among the Gods! May Agni bear mine offerings away for me the worshipper. 2Do thou, Anumati! approve, and grant us health and happiness. Accept...
Book 6. Hymn 90. A Charm To Cure A Poisoned Man : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a242 HYMN XC A Charm To Cure A Poisoned Man 1The shaft that Rudra hath shot forth against thy members and thy heart, Here do we draw from thee to-day, and turn it hence to every side. 2From all the hundred vessels spread throughout...
Book 7. Hymn 111. A Prayer For Offspring : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXI A Prayer For Offspring 1Belly of Indra art thou, Soma-holder! the very soul of Gods and human beings. Here be the sire of offspring, thine here present! Here be they glad in thee who now are elsewhere.
Book 6. Hymn 65. A Sacrificial Charm Against : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXV A Sacrificial Charm Against Enemies 1The angry spirit hath relaxed: loose are the arms that act with mind. Do thou, destroyer, overcome and drive these foemen's might away, and then bring opulence to us. 2The shaft...
Book 1. Hymn 33. To The Waters, For Health : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a30 HYMN XXXIII To The Waters, For Health And Happiness 1May they, the golden-hued, the bright, the splendid, they wherein Savitar was born and Agni, They who took Agni as a germ, fair-coloured, the Waters, bring felicity and bless...
Book 20. Hymn 77 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXVII 1Impetuous, true, let Maghavan come hither, and let his tawny coursers speed to reach us. For him have we pressed juice exceeding potent: here, praised with song, let him effect his visit. 2Unyoke, as at thy journey's end...
Book 5. Hymn 9. A Prayer To Heaven And Earth : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IX A Prayer To Heaven And Earth For Protection And Assistance 1All hail to Heaven! 2All hail to Earth! 3All hail to Air! 4All hail to Air! 5All hail to Heaven! 6All hail to Eartht! 7Mine eye is Sirya and my breath is Vta, Air is...
Book 1. Hymn 30. A Benediction On A King : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXX A Benediction On A King At His Consecration 1Guard and protect this man, all Gods and Vasus. Over him keep- ye watch and ward, dityas. Let not death reach him from the hands of brothers from hands of aliens, or of human beings...
Book 20. Hymn 90 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XC 1Served with oblations, first-born, mountain-render, Angiras' Son, Brihaspati the holy. With twice-firm path, dwelling in light, our Father, roars loudly, as a bull, to earth and heaven. 2Brihaspati who made for such a people...
Book 6. Hymn 81. A Charm To Facilitate Child Birth : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXI A Charm To Facilitate Child-birth 1Thou art a grasper, holding fast both hands: drivest fiends away. A holder both of progeny and riches hath this Ring become. 2Prepare accordantly, O Ring, the mother for the infant's birth...
Book 7. Hymn 60. A Parting Traveller's Address : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LX A Parting Traveller's Address To The Houses Of His Village 1I, prudent, bringing power, a treasure-winner, with amicable eye that strikes no terror, Come, praising and kind-thoughted, to these houses: be not afraid of me, be...
Book 11. Hymn 4. A Glorification Of Pr : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IV A Glorification Of Prna, Breath Or Vital Spirit 1Homage to Prna, him who hath dominion o'er the universe, Who hath become the Sovran Lord of all, on whom the whole depends! 2Homage, O Prna, to thy roar, to thunder-peal...
Book 2. Hymn 15. A Prayer For General Protection : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a48 HYMN XV A Charm Against Fear 1As Heaven and Earth are not afraid, and never suffer loss or harm, Even so, my spirit, fear not thou. 2As Day and Night are not afraid, nor ever suffer loss or harm, Even so, my spirit, fear not...
Book 19. Hymn 38. A Protective Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXVIII A Protective Charm 1Never Consumption, never curse touches the man, Arundhat! Whom the delicious odour of the healing Bdellium penetrates 2Consumptions flee apart from it as from a wild beast fly the deer. If thou, O...
Book 3. Hymn 28. A Charm To Change The Ill : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a99 HYMN XXVIII A Charm To Change The Ill-omened Birth Of Twin Calves Into A Blessing 1This cow was born to bring forth offspring singly, though they created kine of every colour. When she produces twins in spite of Order, sullen...
Book 20. Hymn 34 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXIV 1He who just born, chief God of lofty spirit, by power and might became the God's protector, Before whose breath, through greatness of his valour, the two worlds trembled, He, O men, is Indra. 2He who fixed fast and firm...
Book 20. Hymn 102 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CII 1Meet to be lauded and adored, showing in beauty through the= dark, p. 348 Agni the Bull is kindled well, 2Agni is kindled as a Bull, like a horse bearer of the Gods; Men with oblations worship him. 3Thee will we kindle...
Book 19. Hymn 1. An Accompaniment : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 211 BOOK XIX HYMN I An Accompaniment To The Offering Of A Mixt Oblation 1Let the streams flow together, let the winds and birds assembled come. Strengthen this sacrifice of mine, ye singers. I offer up a duly mixt oblation. 2O Burnt...
Book 19. Hymn 57. A Charm Against Evil Dreams : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 258 HYMN LVII A Charm Against Evil Dreams 1As men discharge the utmost debt, collect the eighth and sixteenth part, So to the foeman we transfer together all the evil dream. 2Princes came together, debts came together, Kushthas came...
Book 6. Hymn 110. A Benediction On A New : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CX A Benediction On A New-born Child 1Yea, ancient, meet for praise at sacrifices, ever and now thou sittest down as Hotar. And now, O Agni, make thy person friendly, and win felicity for us by worship. 2Neath Jyaishthaghni...
Book 20. Hymn 106 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CVI 1That lofty energy of thine, thy strength and thine intelligence, Thy thunderbolt for which we long, our wish makes keen. 2O Indra, heaven and earth augment thy manly power and thy renown, The waters and the mountains stir...
Book 20. Hymn 30 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXX 1In the great synod will I laud thy two bay steeds: I prize the sweet strong drink of thee the Warrior-God, His who pours lovely oil as'twere with yellow drops. Let my songs enter thee whose form hath golden tints. 2Ye who...
Book 4. Hymn 40. A Charm Against Rival Worshippers : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a151 HYMN XL A Charm Against Rival Worshippers 1O Jtavedas, eastward sacrificers, as foes assail us from the eastern quarter. May they, turned back, be pained for harming Agni. I drive them backward with mine incantation. 2O...
Book 7. Hymn 10. A Prayer For The Favour : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN X A Prayer For The Favour Of Sarasvati 1That breast of thine, exhaustless and delightful, good to invoke, beneficent, free giver. Wherewith thou feedest all things that are choicest, bring that, Sarasvati, that we may drain it.
Book 20. Hymn 141. Hymn To The Asvins : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 377 HYMN CXLI Hymn To The Asvins 1Come as home-guardians, saving us from foemen, guarding our living creatures and our bodies, Come to the house to give us seed and offspring: 2Whatever with Indra ye be faring, Asvins, or resting...
Book 9. Hymn 9. Enunciation Of Mystico Theological : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a382 HYMN IX Enunciation Of Mystico-theological And Cosmological Doctrine 1The second brother of this lovely Hotar, hoary with eld, is the voracious Lightning. The third is he whose back is balmed with butter. Here have I seen...
Book 20. Hymn 118 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 356 HYMN CXVIII 1Indra with all thy saving helps give us assistance, Lord of Power For after thee we follow even as glorious bliss, thee, Hero, finder-out of wealth. 2Increaser of our steeds and multiplying kine, a golden well, O...
Book 20. Hymn 73 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXIII 1All these libations are for thee, O Hero: to thee I offer these my prayers that strengthen. Ever, in every place, must men invoke thee. p. 324 2Never do men attain, O Wonder-worker, thy greatness, Mighty One who must be...
Book 19. Hymn 48. A Hymn To Night For Protection : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLVIII A Hymn To Night For Protection 1Then all that we accumulate, all that the treasure-chest contains,. All this do we entrust to thee. 2Entrust thou us to Dawn, O Mother Night. May Dawn entrust us to the Day, and Day to thee...
Book 7. Hymn 45. A Charm Against Jealousy : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a288 HYMN XLV A Charm Against Jealousy 1Brought hitherward from Sindhu, from a folk of every mingled race, Fetched from afar, thou art I deem, a balm that cureth. jealousy. 2As one with water quencheth fire, so calm this lover's...
Book 20. Hymn 94 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 341 HYMN XCIV 1May Sovran Indra come to the carousal, he who by holy Law is strong and active. The overcomer of all conquering forces with his great bull-like power that hath no limit. 2Firm-seated is thy car, thy steeds are docile:...
Book 2. Hymn 5. Invitation To, And Praise Of Indra : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a37 HYMN V Invitation To, And Praise Of Indra 1Indra, be gracious, drive thou forth, come, Hero, with thy two bay steeds. Taste the libation, hither, enjoying meath and the hymn, come, fair, to the banquet. 2O Indra, even as one...
Book 6. Hymn 30. A Charm To Promote The Growth : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXX A Charm To Promote The Growth Of Hair 1Over a magic stone, beside Sarasvati, the Gods Ploughed in this barley that was blent with mead. Lord of the plough was Indra, strong with hundred powers: the ploughers were the Maruts...
Book 4. Hymn 11. A Glorification Of The Sacrificial : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a116 HYMN XI A Glorification Of The Sacrificial Gharma Or Milk Caldron 1The Bull supports the wide-spread earth and heaven, the Bull supports the spacious air between them. The Bull supports the sky's six spacious regions:...
Book 5. Hymn 26. A Hymn Of Invitation To The Gods : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXVI A Hymn Of Invitation To The Gods 1In sacrifice for you may sapient Agni--All hail!--use Yajus texts and fuel. 2May Savitar the God--All hail!--foreknowing, chief in this sacrifice, employ them. 3In this great rite--All hail...
Book 6. Hymn 77. A Charm To Bring The Cattle Home : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXVII A Charm To Bring The Cattle Home 1Firm stands the heaven, firm stands the earth, firm stands this universal world, Firm stand the rooted mountains. I have put the horses in the stall. 2I call the Herdsman, him who knows...
Book 19. Hymn 13. A Prayer For Aid And Victory : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XIII A Prayer For Aid And Victory In Battle 1These the two sturdy, manly arms of Indra, these that are won- drous, mighty, and successful First, when the need hath come will I employ them by which the heaven of Asuras w...
Book 7. Hymn 105. An Initiation Formula : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CV An Initiation Formula 1Leaving humanity behind, making the heavenly word thy choice, With all thy friends address thyself to furthering and guiding men.
Book 11. Hymn 10. An Incantati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 71 HYMN X 1Rise up, with all your banners rise; prepare your strength, ye vapoury Forms! Serpents and fiends and Other Folk, charge and pursue our enemies! 2Let those who bear an evil name, in air, in heaven on earth, and men, After...
Book 3. Hymn 17. A Farmer's Song And Prayer : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XVII A Farmer's Song And Prayer To Speed The Plough 1Wise and devoted to the Gods the skilful men bind plough-ropes fast, p. a86 And lay the yokes on either side. 2Lay on the yokes and fasten well the traces: formed is the furrow...
Book 6. Hymn 23. To The Waters : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIII To The Waters 1Here flow the restless ones, they flow unceasing through the day and night, Most excellently wise I call the Goddess Waters hitherward. 2Let the deft Waters, summoned, give permission that we bear them off...
Book 19. Hymn 60. A Prayer For Perfect Bodily : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LX A Prayer For Perfect Bodily And Mental Health And Vigour 1May I have voice in my mouth, breath in my nostrils, sight in mine eyes, hearing in mine ears, hair that hath not turned gray, teeth free from yellowness, and much...
Book 16. Hymn 6. A Charm To Avert Evil Dreams : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VI A Charm To Avert Evil Dreams, And To Transfer Them To An Enemy 1Now have we conquered and obtained: we have been freed from sin to-day. 2Let Morning with her light dispel that evil dream that frightened us. 3Bear that away...
Book 20. Hymn 82 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXII 1If I, O Indra, were the lord of riches ample as thine own, I should support the singer, God who scatterest wealth! and! not abandon him to woe. 2Each day would I enrich the man who sang my praise, in what- soever place he...
Book 15. Hymn 17 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XVII 1His first diffused breath is this Earth. 2His second diffused breath is that Firmament. 3His third diffused breath is that Heaven. 4His fourth diffused breath are those Constellations. 5His fifth diffused breath are...
Book 6. Hymn 119. A Prayer For Release : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXIX A Prayer For Release From Debts Incurred Without Intention Of Payment 1The debt which I incur, not gaming, Agni! and, not intending to repay, acknowledge, p. a256 That may Vaisvnara, the best, our sovran, carry away ...
Book 1. Hymn 2. A Charm Against Dysentery : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a2 HYMN II A Charm Against Dysentery 1We know the father of the shaft, Parjanya, liberal nourisher, Know well his mother: Prithiv, Earth with her manifold designs. 2Do thou, O Bowstring, bend thyself around us: make my body stone...
Book 20. Hymn 65 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXV 1Come, sing we praise to Indra, friends! the Hero who deserves the laud, Him who with none to aid o'ercomes all tribes of men. p. 316 2To him who wins the kine, who keeps no cattle back, celestial God, Speak wondrous speech...
Book 1. Hymn 29. A Charm To Secure The Supremacy : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIX A Charm To Secure The Supremacy Of A Dethroned King 1With that victorious Amulet which strengthened Indra's power- and might p. a27 Do thou, O Brhmanaspati, increase our strength for kingly sway. 2Subduing those who rival us...
Book 7. Hymn 107. A Charm Against Cough : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CVII A Charm Against Cough 1The seven bright beams of Surya bring the waters downward from the sky, The streams of ocean: these have made the sting that pained thee drop away.
Book 6. Hymn 12. A Charm Against Venomous Serpents : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a204 HYMN XII A Charm Against Venomous Serpents 1I, As the Sun goes round the heaven, have travelled round the Serpents' race. I ward thy poison off, as Night parts all else living from the Sun. 2With this, discovered in the days...
Book 19. Hymn 69. A Prayer Or Charm For Long Life : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXIX A Prayer Or Charm For Long Life 1Ye are alive. I fain would live. I fain would live my complete term of life. 2Ye live dependent. I fain would live dependent. I fain would live my complete term of life. 3Ye remain alive. I...
Book 6. Hymn 141. A Blessing On Cattle : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXLI A Blessing On Cattle 1Vayu collected these: to find their sustenance be Tvashtar's care: May Indra bless and comfort them, and Rudra look that they increase. 2Take thou the iron axe and make a pair by marks upon their ears...
Book 7. Hymn 11. A Prayer To Protect Corn : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a275 HYMN XI A Prayer To Protect Corn From Lightning And Drought 1That far-spread thunder, sent from thee, which cometh on all this world, a high celestial signal Strike not, O God, our growing corn with lightning, not kill it with...
Book 20. Hymn 38 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 299. HYMN XXXVIII 1Come, we have pressed the juice for thee. O Indra, drink the Soma here. Sit thou on this my sacred grass. 2O Indra, let thy long-maned Bays, yoked by prayer, bring thee hitherward. Give ear and listen to our...
Book 2. Hymn 30. A Man's Love Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXX A Man's Love-charm 1As the wind shake this Tuft of Grass hither and thither on the ground. p. a57 So do I stir and shake thy mind, that thou mayst be in love with me, my darling, never to depart. 2Ye, Asvins, lead together, ye...
Book 8. Hymn 2. The Same : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN II The Same 1Seize to thyself this trust of life for ever: thine be longevity which nothing shortens. Thy spirit and thy life again I bring thee: die not, nor vanish into mist and darkness. 2Come to the light of living men, come...
Book 6. Hymn 44. A Charm To Remove Disease : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLIV A Charm To Remove Disease 1Firm stood the heaven, firm stood the earth, firm stood this universal world. Firm stood the trees that sleep erect: let this thy malady be still. 2Of all thy hundred remedies, a thousand remedies...
Book 6. Hymn 35. To Agni Vaisvanara : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXV To Agni Vaisvnara 1Forth from the distance far away Vaisvnara come to succour us! Agni approach our eulogies! 2Vaisvnara with friendly thoughts hath come to this our sacrifice, Agni who saves from woe, to lauds. 3Vaisvnar...
Book 15. Hymn 2. The Same, Continued : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 150 HYMN II The Same, Continued 1He arose and went his way to the eastern region. The Brihat, the Rathantara, the dityas and all the Gods followed him. That man is alienated from the Brihat, the Rathantara, the dityas, and all Gods...
Book 20. Hymn 110 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CX 1For Indra, lover of carouse, loud be our songs about the juice: Let poets sing the hymn of praise. 2We summon Indra to the draught, in whom all glories rest, in whom The seven communities rejoice. 3By the three Soma jars...
Book 20. Hymn 26 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 285 HYMN XXVI 1In every need, in every fray we call, as friends, to succour us Indra the mightiest of all. 2If he will hear us let him come with succour of a thousand kinds, And all that strengthens, to our call. 3I call him, mighty...
Book 7. Hymn 2. Praise Of Atharvan : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN II Praise Of Atharvan 1Invoke 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 hath noticed this oblation.
Book 4. Hymn 21. Glorification And Benedicti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a130 HYMN XXI Glorification And Benediction Of Cows 1The kine have come and brought good fortune: let them rest in the cow-pen and be happy near us. Here let them stay prolific, many-coloured, and yield through many morns their milk...
Book 20. Hymn 22 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 282 HYMN XXII 1Hero, the Soma being pressed I pour the juice for thee to drink Sate thee and finish thy carouse. 2Let not the fools, or those who mock, beguile thee when they seek thine aid: Love not the enemies of prayer. 3Here let...
Book 20. Hymn 114 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXIV 1O Indra, from all ancient time rivalless ever and companionless art thou: In war thou seekest comradeship. 2Thou findest not the wealthy man to be thy friend: those scorn thee who are flown with wine. What time thou...
Book 19. Hymn 44. A Curative And Protective Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLIV A Curative And Protective Charm 1Thou art the lengthening of life, thy name is Universal Cure: Then, Ointment! send felicity; Waters, send happiness and peace. 2The yellow hue, the feverish heat, the shooting pain that rends...
Book 7. Hymn 68. A Prayer For Children : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a299 HYMN LXVIII A Prayer For Children And Prosperity 1Sarasvati, in thy decrees, Goddess, in thy celestial laws, Accept the offered sacrifice, and, Goddess, grant us progeny. 2Here is, Sarasvati, thy fat libation, this sacrifice...
Book 8. Hymn 6. A Charm To Exercise Evil : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VI A Charm To Exercise Evil Spirits Who Beset Women 1Let neither fiend of evil name, Alinsa, Vatsapa, desire Thy pair of husband-wooers which thy mother cleansed when, thou wast born. 2Palala, Anupalala, Sarku, Koka, Malimluch...
Book 1. Hymn 4. To The Waters, For The Prosperity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a5 HYMN IV To The Waters, For The Prosperity Of Cattle 1Along their paths the Mothers go, sisters of priestly ministrants, Blending their water with the mead. 2May yonder Waters near the Sun, or those wherewith the Sun is joined...
Book 11. Hymn 6. A Prayer To All Divinities : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 58 HYMN VI A Prayer To All Divinities And Sanctities For Deliverance From Distress 1We call on Agni, on the trees lords of the forest, herbs and. plants, Indra, Srya, Brihaspati: may they deliver us from woe. 2We call on Vishnu...
Book 4. Hymn 37. A Charm Against Gandharv : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a147 HYMN XXXVII A Charm Against Gandharvas And Apsarases 1With thee, O Plant, in olden time Atharvans smote and slew the fiends. Kasyapa smote with thee, with thee did Kanava and Agastya smite. 2With thee we scare and drive away...
Book 19. Hymn 50. A Hymn To Night For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN L A Hymn To Night For Protection And Prosperity 1Blind him and make him headless, Night! the serpent with the pungent breath. Strike from his head the wolf's two eyes, and dash the thief against a post. 2Those oxen that are thine...
Book 6. Hymn 80. A Prayer For Help And Protection : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXX A Prayer For Help And Protection 1He flieth in the firmament observing all the things that be: We with this offering will adore the greatness of the Heavenly Hound. p. a237 2The three, the Klaknjas, set aloft in heaven...
Book 19. Hymn 24. A Benediction On A Newly : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 231 HYMN XXIV A Benediction On A Newly Elected King 1Do ye, O Brhmanaspati, invest for the royal sway this man. With that wherewith the Deities invested Savitar the God. 2Invest this Indra for long life, invest him for gre...
Book 1. Hymn 1. A Prayer To Vachaspati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a1 BOOK I HYMN I A Prayer To Vchaspati For Divine Illumination And Help. 1Now may Vchaspati assign to me the strength and powers of Those Who, wearing every shape and form, the triple seven, are wandering round. 2Come thou ag...
Book 15. Hymn 13 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XIII 1He in whose house the Vrtya who possesses this knowledge abides one night secures for himself thereby the holy realms that are on earth. 2A second night.... the holy realms that are in the firma- ment (the rest as in verse...
Book 20. Hymn 86 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXVI 1Those who are yoked by prayer with prayer I harness, the two. fleet friendly Bays who joy together. p. 332 Mounting thy firm and easy car, O Indra, wise and all-knowing come thou to the Soma.
Book 6. Hymn 140. A Blessing On A Child's : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a268 HYMN CXL A Blessing On A Child's First Two Teeth 1Two tigers have grown up who long to eat the mother and the sire: Soothe, Brhmanaspati, and thou, O Jtavedas, both these teeth. 2Let rice and barley be your food, eat also beans...
Book 6. Hymn 76. A Benediction On A New Born : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a235 HYMN LXXVI A Benediction On A New-born Kshatriya Child 1Those who are sitting round this babe prepare him to be looked upon. Let Agni thoroughly inflamed with all his tongues rise from his- heart. 2For length of life I use...
Book 2. Hymn 26. A Benediction On Homeward : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXVI A Benediction On Homeward Coming Cattle 1Let them come home, the cattle that have wandered, whom Vyu hath delighted to attend on, Whose forms and figures are well known to Tvashtar. These cows let Savitar drive within this...
Book 19. Hymn 68. A Preliminary Sacrificial : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXVIII A Preliminary Sacrificial Formula 1Both of broad and narrow I with magic power unclose the mouth. p. 263 With these when we have raised the bunch of grass we pay the holy rites.
Book 20. Hymn 61 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXI 1We sing this strong and wild delight of thine which conquers in the fray, Which, Caster of the Stone, gives room and shine like gold. 2Wherewith thou also foundest lights for yu and for Manu's sake: Now joying in!this sacred...
Book 20. Hymn 98 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCVIII 1That we may win us wealth and spoil we poets verily call on thee. In war men call on thee, Indra, the hero's Lord, in the steed's, race-course call on thee. 2As such, O Wonderful whose hand holds thunder, praised as mighty...
Book 6. Hymn 74. A King's Charm To Secure : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a234 HYMN LXXIV A King's Charm To Secure The Fidelity Of His People 1Close gathered be your bodies: be your minds and vows in. unison! Here present Brhmanaspati and Bhaga have assembled you. 2Let there be union of your minds, let...
Untitled : * This is the Ralph T.H. Griffith translation of the Atharvaveda. The Atharvaveda is a Vedic-era collection of spells, prayers, charms, and hymns. There are prayers to protect crops from lightning and drought, charms against venomous serpents, love spells, healing spells, hundreds of verses, some...
Book 4. Hymn 28. A Hymn To Bhava And Sarva : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXVIII A Hymn To Bhava And Sarva 1I Reverence you--mark this--Bhava and Sarva, ye under whose control is this that shineth. Lords of this world both quadruped and biped. Deliver us, ye twain, from grief and trouble. p. a137 2Lords...
Book 7. Hymn 59. An Imprecation : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LIX An Imprecation 1Like 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.
Book 6. Hymn 124. An Omen From The Sky : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXIV An Omen From The Sky 1From the high firmament, yea, out of heaven a water-drop with dew on me hath fallen. I, Agni! share the merit of the pious, with vigour, milk, and hymns and sacrifices. 2If from a tree that fruit hath...
Book 20. Hymn 92 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCII 1Praise, even as he is known, with song Indra the guardian of the kine, The Son of Truth, Lord of the brave. 2Hither his bay steeds have been sent, red steeds are on the sacred grass. Where we in concert sing our songs. p...
Book 5. Hymn 13. A Charm Against Snakes : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a170 HYMN XIII A Charm Against Snakes 1Varuna, Sage of heaven, hath given me the gift: with spells of mighty power I draw thy poison out. Dug up, not dug, adherent, I have seized it fast: low hath thy venom sunk like water...
Book 20. Hymn 75 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXV 1Couples desirous of thine aid are storming thee, pouring their presents forth to win a stall of king pouring gifts, Indra, seeking thee. When two men seeking spoil or heaven thou bringest face to face in war, Thou showest...
Book 9. Hymn 3. On The Consecrati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a362 HYMN III On The Consecration Of A Newly Built House 1We loose the ties and fastenings of the house that holds all precious things, The bands of pillars and of stays, the ties of beams that form the roof. 2All-wealthy House...
Book 7. Hymn 17. A Prayer For Wealth And Children : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XVII A Prayer For Wealth And Children 1May the Ordainer give us wealth, Lord, ruler of the world of life: with full hand may he give to us. 2May Dhtar grant the worshipper henceforth imperishable life. May we obtain the favour...
Book 8. Hymn 4. Imprecations On Demons : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IV Imprecations On Demons 1Indra and Soma, burn, destroy the demon foe! Send downward, O ye Bulls, those who add gloom to gloom. Annihilate the fools, slay them and burn them up: chase them away from us, pierce the voracious...
Book 7. Hymn 71. In Praise Of Agni : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXI In Praise Of Agni 1We set thee round us as a fort, victorious Agni! thee a sage, Bold in thy colour day by day, destroyer of the treacherous foe.
Book 11. Hymn 5. A Glorification Of The Brahmachgri : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 55 HYMN V A Glorification Of The Brahmachgri Or Religious Student 1Stirring both worlds the Brahmachri moveth: in him the deities are all one-minded. He hath established firmly earth and heaven: he satisfies his Master with his...
Book 20. Hymn 36 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 295 HYMN XXXVI 1With these my hymns I glorify that Indra who is alone to be invoked by mortals. p. 296 The Lord, the Mighty One, of manly vigour, victorious, Hero, true, and full of wisdom. 2Our ancient sires, Navagvas, sages seven...
Book 6. Hymn 108. A Prayer For Wisdom : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CVIII A Prayer For Wisdom 1Intelligence, come first to us with store of horses and of kine! Thou with the rays of Srya art our worshipful and holy one. 2The first, devout Intelligence, lauded by sages, sped by prayer, Drunk by...
Book 20. Hymn 100 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 347 HYMN C 1Now have we, Indra, Friend of Song, sent our great wishes forth to thee. Coming like floods that follow floods. 2As rivers swell the ocean, so, Hero, our prayers increase thy might, Though of thyself, O Thunderer, waxing...
Book 5. Hymn 3. A Prayer To Agni, Indr : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a157 HYMN III A Prayer To Agni, Indra, And Other Deities For Victory And Prosperity 1Let strength be mine while I invoke thee, Agni! enkindling thee may we support our bodies. May the four regions bend and bow before me: with thee...
Book 5. Hymn 17. The Abduction And Restorati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XVII The Abduction And Restoration Of A Brhman's Wife 1These first, the boundless Sea, and Mtarisvan, fierce glowing Fire, the Strong, the Bliss-bestower, And heavenly Floods, first-born by holy Order, exclaimed against...
Book 7. Hymn 48. A Prayer For Prosperity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a289 HYMN XLVIII A Prayer For Prosperity And The Birth Of A Son 1I call on Rk with hair laud and reverent cry: may she, auspicious, hear us and herself observe. With never-breaking needle may she sew her work, and send a glorious...
Book 3. Hymn 27. A Charm Consigning An Enemy : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a98 HYMN XXVII A Charm Consigning An Enemy To The Serpents For Punishment 1Agni is regent of the East, its warder is Asita, the dityas are the arrows. Worship to these the regents, these the warders, and to the arrows, yea, to these...
Book 6. Hymn 42. A Charm To Reconcile Estranged : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLII A Charm To Reconcile Estranged Friends 1I loose the anger from thy heart as 'twere the bowstring from a bow, That we, one-minded now, may walk together as familiar friends. 2Together let us walk as friends: thy wrathful...
Book 2. Hymn 8. A Charm Against Hereditary Disease : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VIII A Charm Against Hereditary Disease (kshetriya) 1Twin Stars of happy omen, named Releasers, have gone up. May they Loose, of inherited disease, the uppermost and lowest bond. 2Vanish this Night, extinct in Dawn! Let those who...
Book 20. Hymn 28 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXVIII 1In Soma's ecstasy Indra spread the firmament and realms of light. When he cleft Vala limb from limb. 2Showing the hidden he draye forth the cows for the Angirases, And Vala he cast headlong down. 3By Indra were...
Book 7. Hymn 108. A Prayer For Protection : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a317 HYMN CVIII A Prayer For Protection 1Whoso by stealth or openly would harm us, a friend who knows us, or a stranger, Agni! May the strange she-fiend armed with teeth attack them: O Agni, theirs be neither home nor children...
Book 10. Hymn 3. A Charm To Secure Long Life : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 9 HYMN III Purusha, Primeval Man Or Humanity Personified 1Here is my charm the Varana, slayer of rivals, strong in act. With this grasp thou thine enemies, crush those who fain would injure thee. 2Break them in pieces; grasp them...
Book 6. Hymn 43. The Same : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a219 HYMN XLIII The Same 1For stranger and for friend alike this Darbha-grass removeth wrath. Soother of Anger is it called because it calms the angry man. 2This Plant that hath abundant roots spreads to the place where waters meet...
Book 7. Hymn 91. A Prayer For Protection : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCI A Prayer For Protection 1May 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 goodly store of heroes.
Book 7. Hymn 7. Praise Of The Adityas : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VII Praise Of The dityas 1I 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- ship paid them none excelleth these.
Book 1. Hymn 26. A Charm To Obtain Invisibility : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXVI A Prayer For Protection, Guidance, And Prosperity 1Let that Destructive Weapon be far distant from us, O ye Gods; far be the Stone ye wont to hurl. 2Our friend be that Celestial Grace, Indra and Bhaga be our friends...
Book 2. Hymn 3. A Water Cure Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a35 HYMN III A Water-cure Charm 1That little spring of water which is running downward from the hill I turn to healing balm for thee that thou mayst be good medicine. 2Hither and onward! Well! Come on! Among thy hundred remedies...
Book 7. Hymn 83. A Prayer For Deliverance : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXIII A Prayer For Deliverance From Sin And Other Evils 1Stablished amid the waters is, King Varuna, thy golden home. Thence let the Sovran who maintains the statutes loose all bind- ing cords. 2Hence free thou us, King Varun...
Book 20. Hymn 104 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CIV 1May these my songs of praise exalt thee, Lord who hast abun- dant wealth. Men skilled in holy hymns, bright with the hues of fire, have sung them with their lauds to thee. 2He with his might enhanced by Rishis thousand-fold...
Book 20. Hymn 32 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 289 HYMN XXXII 1Thou, comprehending with thy might the earth and heaven, acceptest the dear hymn for ever new and new. O Asura, disclose thou and make visible the Cow's beloved home to the bright golden Sun. 2O Indra, let the eager...
Book 1. Hymn 27. A Prayer For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXVII A Charm To Obtain Invisibility 1There on the bank those Vipers lie, thrice-seven, having cast their skins: Now we with their discarded sloughs bind close and cover up the eyes of the malicious highway thief. 2Far let her go...
Book 1. Hymn 9. Benediction On A King : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IX Benediction On A King At His Inauguration 1May Indra, Pshan, Varuria, Mitra, Agni, benignant Gods, maintain this man in riches. May the dityas and the Vive Devas set and support him in supremest lustre. p. a10 2May light, O...
Book 20. Hymn 134. The Ajijnasenya Verses : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXXIV The Ajijnasenya Verses 1Here are we sitting east and west and north and south, with waters. Bottle-gourd vessels. 2Here east and west and north and south sit the calves sprinkling Curds and oil. p. 371 3Here east and west...
Book 7. Hymn 55. A Charm To Ensure A Prosperous : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a293 HYMN LV A Charm To Ensure A Prosperous Journey 1Thy downward paths from heaven, whereby thou hast raised all the world to life, Give us in gracious love, good Lord!
Book 19. Hymn 21. A Single Line Giving : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXI A Single Line Giving The Names Of The Chief Vedic Metres 1Gyatri, Ushnih, Anushtup, Brihat, Trishtup, Jagat.
Book 19. Hymn 30. A Protective Charm Accompanying : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXX A Protective Charm Accompanying Investiture With An Amulet Of Darbha Grass 1Darbha, with that good shield of thine, of hundred guards tilt death in eld, Arm thou this man, and with thy might strike thou his adver- saries down...
Book 1. Hymn 13. A Prayer To Lightning : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a13 HYMN XIII A Prayer To Lightning, For Happiness 1Homage to thee, the Lightning's flash, homage to thee, the Thunder's roar! Homage to thee, the Stone which thou hurlest against the undevout! 2Homage to thee, Child of the Flood...
Book 5. Hymn 12. An Apri Or Propitiatory Hymn : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a168 HYMN XII An Apri Or Propitiatory Hymn 1Thou in the house of man this day enkindled worshippest Gods as God, O Jtavedas. Observant, bright as Mitra, bring them hither. Thou art a sapient and foreknowing envoy. 2Tannapt...
Book 20. Hymn 88 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 333 HYMN LXXXVIII 1Him who with might hath propped earth's ends, who sitteth in threefold seat, Brihaspati, with thunder, Him of the pleasant tongue have ancient sages, deep thinking,. holy singers, set before them. 2Wild in their...
Book 7. Hymn 65. A Charm Against Imprecati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a298 HYMN LXV A Charm Against Imprecation And Threatened Evils 1With retroverted fruit hast thou, O Apmrga, sprung and grown. Hence into distance most remote drive every curse away from, me. 2Whatever evil we have done, whatever...
Book 10. Hymn 8. Speculations On The Supreme : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 27 HYMN VIII Speculations On The Supreme Being And Cosmogonical And Theological Subjects 1Worship to loftiest Brahma, Lord of what hath been and what shall be, To him who rules the universe, and heavenly light is all his own...
Book 20. Hymn 96 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCVI 1Taste this strong draught that gives thee vital vigour: with all thy chariot here unyoke thy coursers. Let not those other sacrificers stay thee, Indra: these juices shed for thee are ready. 2Thine is the juice effused...
Book 3. Hymn 31. A Charm For The Recovery : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXI A Charm For The Recovery Of One Dangerously Ill 1May Gods release from failing strength, thou Agni, from malignity! I free from every evil, from decline: I compass round with life. 2May Pavamna free from harm, and Sakr...
Book 7. Hymn 76. A Charm To Cure Scrofulous : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXVI A Charm To Cure Scrofulous Pustules And Scrofula 1Rapidly dropping, quick to drop, more evil than the evil ones, More sapless than a dried-up bone, swifter than salt to melt away. 2Pustules that rise upon the neck, Pustules...
Book 4. Hymn 36. A Charm Against Fiends : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXVI A Charm Against Fiends, Human Enemies, And Other Pests 1Endowed with true strength, let the Bull, Agni Vaisvnara, burn them up. Him who would pain and injure us, him who would treat us as a foe. p. a146 2Him who, unharmed...
Book 7. Hymn 86. The Same : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a310 HYMN LXXXVI The Same 1Indra 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.
Book 20. Hymn 71 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 322 HYMN LXXI 1Mighty is Indra, yea, supreme; greatness becomes the Thunderer! Wide as the heaven extends his power; 2Which aideth those to win them sons who come as heroes to the fight, Or singers loving holy thoughts. 3His belly...
Book 7. Hymn 88. A Charm To Cure A Snake Bite : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXVIII A Charm To Cure A Snake-bite 1Depart! thou art a foe, a foe. Poison with poison hast thou mixt, yea, verily poison hast thou mixt. Go to the serpent: strike him dead.
Book 13. Hymn 3. A Glorification Of Rohit : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 120 HYMN III A Glorification Of Rohita. With A Malediction On The Man Who Wrongs A Brhman 1He who engendered these, the earth and heaven, who made the worlds the mantle that he weareth, In whom abide the six wide-spreading regions...
Book 6. Hymn 122. A Prayer For Happiness In Heaven : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXII A Prayer For Happiness In Heaven 1This portion I who understand deliver to Visvakarman first-born son of Order. So may we follow to the end, unbroken, beyond old age, the thread which we have given. 2This long-drawn thread...
Book 12. Hymn 3. An Accompaniment : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 89 HYMN III An Accompaniment To The Preparation And Presentation Of Sacrificial Offerings By A Householder And His Wife, With Prayer For Prosperity And Happiness On Earth And In Heaven 1Mount, male from male, the skin. Go thither:...
Book 20. Hymn 67 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXVII 1The pourer of oblations gains the home of wealth pouring his gift conciliates hostilities, yea, the hostilities of Gods. Pouring he strives, unchecked and strong, to win him riches thousandfold. Indra gives lasting wealth...
Book 4. Hymn 16. On The Omnipresence : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XVI On The Omnipresence And Omniscience Of Varuna 1The mighty Ruler of these worlds beholds as though from close at hand, The man who thinks he acts by stealth: all this the Gods perceive and know. 2If a man stands or walks...
Book 2. Hymn 11. Counter Charm, With An Amulet : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XI Counter-charm, With An Amulet, Against An Enemy's Spell 1Dart against dart, destroyer of destruction, thou art the missile sent to meet the missile. p. a44 Reach thy superior, thou; surpass thine equal. 2Sraktya art thou...
Book 18. Hymn 3. A Funeral Hymn, Taken Partly : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 191 HYMN III A Funeral Hymn, Taken Partly From The Rigveda 1Choosing her husband's world, O man, this woman lays herself down beside thy lifeless body. p. 192 Preserving faithfully the ancient custom. Bestow upon here both wealth...
Book 6. Hymn 101. A Charm To Promote Virile Vigour : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CI A Charm To Promote Virile Vigour 1Taurum age, palpita, incresce et teipsum extende: per totum membrum increscat penis: hoc tu caede feminam. 2Quo debilem stimulant, quo aegrum excitant (homines), hoc, O Brahmanaspatis, hujus...
Book 20. Hymn 80 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXX 1Bring us, O Indra, name and fame, enriching, mightiest, excellent, Wherewith, O wondrous God, fair-cheeked and thunder-armed, thou hast filled full this earth and heaven. 2We call on thee, O King, mighty among the Gods...
Book 15. Hymn 15 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 160 HYMN XV 1Of that Vrtya. 2There are seven vital airs, seven downward breaths, seven diff- used breaths. 3His first vital breath, called Upward, is this Agni. 4His second vital breath, called Mature, is that ditya. 5His third...
Book 2. Hymn 10. Absolution And Benediction : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a42 HYMN X Absolution And Benediction 1From family sickness, kinsmen's curse, Destruction, from Druh, from Varuna's noose I free and save thee. With spell and prayer I make thee pure and sinless: to thee be both, the Earth...
Book 6. Hymn 104. The Same : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CIV The Same 1We bind our foemen with a bond that binds them close and holds them fast. Their breath and respiration I dissever, and their lives from life. 2This bond, made keen by Indra, I have formed with heat of holy zeal...
Book 20. Hymn 79 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXIX 1O Indra, give us wisdom as a sire gives wisdom to his sons. Guide us, O Much-invoked, on this our foray: may we, living, still enjoy the light. 2Grant that no mighty foes, unknown, malevolent, unhallowed, tread us...
Book 6. Hymn 79. A Prayer For Seasonable : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXIX A Prayer For Seasonable Rain And Prosperity 1May this our Lord of Cloudy Sky, bedewed with liquid drops preserve unequalled riches in our homes. 2Lord of the Cloudy Sky, bestow vigour and strength on our abodes. Let wealth...
Book 6. Hymn 9. A Man's Love Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IX A Man's Love-charm 1Desire my body, love my feet, love thou mine eyes, and love my legs. Let both thine eyes and hair, fond girl! be dried and parched. through love of me. 2I make thee hang upon mine arm, I make thee lie up...
Book 19. Hymn 31. A Charm To Ensure General : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 236 HYMN XXXI A Charm To Ensure General Prosperity, Accompanying Self-investiture With An Amulet Of Udumbara 1Savitar make all cattle grow and prosper in my stable with. Amulet of Udumbara, helper of him who longs for wealth! 2May...
Book 7. Hymn 50. A Gambler's Prayer For Success : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN L A Gambler's Prayer For Success In Gaming 1As evermore the lightning flash strikes, irresistible, the tree, So, irresistible, may I conquer the gamblers with the dice. p. a290 2From every side, from hale and sick, impotent...
Book 20. Hymn 112 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 354 HYMN CXII 1Whatever, Vritra-slayer! thou Srya, hast risen upon to-day, That, Indra, all is in thy power. 2When, Mighty One, Lord of the Brave, thou thinkest, I shall never die, That thought of thine is true indeed. 3Thou, Indr...
Book 20. Hymn 24 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIV 1Come to the juice that we have pressed, to Soma, Indra! blent with milk: Come, favouring us, thy bay-drawn car! 2Come, Indra, to this gladdening drink, placed on the grass, pressed out with stones: Wilt thou not drink thy...
Book 4. Hymn 9. A Charm Addressed To A Precious : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IX A Charm Addressed To A Precious Ointment For Safety And Wealth 1Approach! thou art the mountain's eye, the living thing that saveth us; A gift bestowed by all the Gods, yea, the defence that guardeth life. 2Thou art...
Book 17. Book 17 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book XVII TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: A prayer to Indra, Identified with Vishnu and the Sun, for the love of Gods, men, and beasts, general protection and prosperity, and all earthly and heavenly blessings
Book 3. Book 3 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book III TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: A prayer or charm for the defeat and destruction of enemies in battle Hymn 2: A rifaccimento or recension of I Hymn 3: A charm for the restoration of an expelled king Hymn 4: A benediction at the election of a king...
Book 6. Hymn 29. A Charm To Avert Misfortune : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIX A Charm To Avert Misfortune Foreshown By The Coming Of A Dove And An Owl 1On these men yonder fall the winged missile: the screeching of the Owl is ineffective, And that the Dove beside the fire hath settled. p. a213 2Thine...
Book 6. Hymn 116. A Prayer For Pard : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXVI A Prayer For Pardon Of Sin Against Mother, Father, Son, Or Brother 1The wealth which husbandmen aforetime, digging, like men who find their food with knowledge, buried, This to the King, Vivasvn's son, I offer, Sweet be our...
Book 5. Hymn 8. A Charm For The Discomfiture : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VIII A Charm For The Discomfiture And Destruction Of Hostile Priests 1With fuel of Vikankata bring molten butter to the Gods. O Agni, make them joyful here: let them all come unto my call. 2O Indra, come unto my call, This will I...
Book 13. Hymn 1. The Glorification Of Rohit : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 107 BOOK XIII HYMN I The Glorification Of Rohita, A Form Of Fire And Of The Sun 1Rise, Mighty One, who liest in the waters, and enter this thy fair and glorious kingdom. Let Rohita who made this All uphold thee carefully nurtured...
Book 9. Hymn 2. A Glorification Of Kam : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a359 HYMN II A Glorification Of Kma As God Of Desire Of All That Is Good 1Kma the Bull, slayer of foes, I worship with molten butter, sacrifice, oblation. Beneath my feet cast down mine adversaries with thy great manly power, when I...
Book 20. Hymn 108 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 352 HYMN CVIII 1O Indra, bring great strength to us, bring valour, Satakratu, thou most active, bring. A hero conquering in war. 2For, gracious Satakratu, thou hast ever been a mother and a sire to us, So now for bliss we pray...
Book 20. Hymn 20 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XX 1Drink thou the Soma for our help, bright, vigilant, exceeding strong, O Indra, Lord of Hundred Powers. 2O Satakratu, powers which thou mid the Five Races hast dis- played These, Indra, do I claim of thee. 3Indra, great glory...
Book 20. Hymn 116 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXVI 1Never may we be cast aside and strangers, as it were to thee. We, Thunder-wielding Indra, count ourselves as trees rejected and unfit to burn. 2O Vritra slayer, we were thought slow and unready for the fray: Yet once in thy...
Book 7. Hymn 21. A Funeral Stanza : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXI A Funeral Stanza 1With 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 him alone is turned the path which all must...
Book 6. Hymn 63. The Symbolical Liberati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXIII The Symbolical Liberation Of A Sacrificial Victim 1That collar round thy neck, not to be loosened, which Nirriti the Goddess bound and fastened, I loose for thy long life and strength and vigour. Eat, liberated, food th...
Book 7. Hymn 115. A Charm Against Misfortune : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXV A Charm Against Misfortune 1Hence. Evil Fortune! fly away, vanish from this place and from that. We fix thee with an iron hook unto the man who hateth us. 2Granting us riches, Savitar! golden-banded, send thou away from us...
Book 19. Hymn 72. A Sacrificial Formula : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 264 HYMN LXXII A Sacrificial Formula 1Within the chest whence we before extracted the bunch of grass, this do we now deposit. Wrought is the sacrifice by power of Brahma. Through this assist me here, ye God, with Fervour.
Book 1. Hymn 18. A Charm To Avert Evil Spirits : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XVIII A Charm To Avert Evil Spirits Of Misfortune And To Secure Prosperity 1We drive away the Spotted Hag, Misfortune, and Malignity: All blessings to our children then! We chase Malignity away. 2Let Savitar, Mitra, Varun...
Book 19. Hymn 4. A Prayer, Accompanying Sacrifice : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IV A Prayer, Accompanying Sacrifice, For The Attainment Of A Wish 1The first oblation that Atharvan oared, earliest sacrifice paid by Jtavedas, p. 213 Even this I, foremost, with repeated worship, now offer unto thee. May Agni...
Book 10. Book 10 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book X TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: A charm against witchcraft Hymn 2: Purusha, Primeval Man or humanity personified Hymn 3: A charm to secure long life, health, prosperity and fame Hymn 4: A charm to destroy venomous serpents Hymn 4: A charm...
Book 6. Hymn 109. A Charm To Heal Punctured Wounds : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CIX A Charm To Heal Punctured Wounds 1The Berry heals the missile's rent, it heals the deeply-piercing wound. The Gods prepared and fashioned it. This hath sufficient power for life. 2When from their origin they came, the Berries...
Book 20. Hymn 63 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXIII 1We will, with Indra, and all Gods to aid us, bring these existing. worlds into subjection. Our sacrifice, our bodies, and our offspring, let Indra form to- gether with the dityas. 2With the dityas with the band of Maruts...
Book 19. Hymn 67. A Prayer For Long Life : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXVII A Prayer For Long Life 1A hundred autumns may we see. 2A hundred autumns may we live. 3A hundred autumns may we know. 4A hundred autumns may we grow. 5A hundred autumns may we thrive. 6A hundred autumns may we be. 7A hundred...
Book 14. Hymn 1. On The Bridal Of Sury : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 129 BOOK XIV HYMN I On The Bridal Of Sry, Marriage Ceremonies In General 1Truth is the base that bears the earth; by Srya are the heavens upheld. By Law the dityas stand secure, and Soma holds his place in heaven. 2By Soma are...
Book 6. Hymn 51. A Prayer For Purificati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LI A Prayer For Purification And Forgiveness Of Sins 1Cleansed by the filter of the Wind comes Soma past all our enemies, meet friend of Indra. 2May the maternal Waters make us ready: cleanse us with fat- ness they who cleanse...
Book 15. Hymn 11 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XI 1Let him to whose house the Vrtya who possesses this knowledge comes as a guest. 2Rise up of his own accord to meet him, and say, Vrtya, where didst thou pass the night? Vratya, here is water, Let them refresh thee. Vrtya, let...
Book 20. Hymn 84 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 331 HYMN LXXXIV 1O Indra marvellously bright, come, these libations long for thee, Thus by fine fingers purified. 2Urged by the holy singer, sped by song, come, Indra, to the prayers. Of the libation-pouring priest. 3Approach, O...
Book 7. Hymn 53. A Charm To Recover A Sick : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LIII A Charm To Recover A Sick Man At The Point Of Death 1As thou, Brihaspati, from the curse hast saved us, from dwel- ling yonder in the realm of Yama, The Asvins, leeches of the Gods, O Agni, have chased Death far from us with...
Book 19. Hymn 37. A Charm To Secure Long : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXVII A Charm To Secure Long Life And Dominion To A Prince 1To me hath come this word given by Agni, fame, force and might, and strength, and life, and lustre. May Agni too bestow on me three-times a hundred manly powers. 2...
Book 7. Hymn 38. A Maiden's Love Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXVIII A Maiden's Love-charm 1I 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. 2This Herb wherewith the Asuri drew Indra downward...
Book 20. Hymn 97 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 346 HYMN XCVII 1Here verily yesterday we let the Thunder-wielder drink his fill. So in like manner, offer him the juice to day. Now range you. by the Glorious One. 2Even the wolf, the savage beast that rends the sheep, follows...
Book 7. Hymn 74. A Charm To Cure Pustules : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a302 HYMN LXXIV A Charm To Cure Pustules, Sores, Or Scrofulous Swellings (apachitas) 1Black is the mother, we have heard, from whom the red-hued Pustules sprang. With the divine ascetic's root I pierce and penetrate them all. 2I...
Book 3. Hymn 2. A Rifaccimento Or Recension Of I : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a67 HYMN II A Rifaccimento Or Recension Of I 1May Agni, he who knows, our envoy, meet them, burning against ill-will and imprecation. May he bewilder our opponent's senses. May Jtavedas smite and make them handless. 2This Agni hath...
Book 2. Hymn 27. A Charm Against An Opponent : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXVII A Charm Against An Opponent In Debate 1Let not the enemy win the cause! Strong and predominant art thou. Refute mine adversary's speech. Render them dull and flat, O Plant. 2The strong-winged bird discovered thee, the boar...
Book 19. Hymn 6. The Purusha Sukt : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VI The Purusha-Skta, On The Mystical Sacrifice Of Purusha 1Purusha hath a thousand arms, a thousand eyes, a thousand feet. On every side pervading earth he fills a space ten fingers wide. 2He with three quarters rose to heaven...
Book 7. Hymn 93. A Prayer For Success In Battle : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCIII A Prayer For Success In Battle 1With Indra's and with Manyu's aid may we subdue our enemies, resistlessly destroying foes.
Book 4. Hymn 31. A Hymn To Manyu Or Wrath : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXI A Hymn To Manyu Or Wrath 1Borne on with thee, O Manyu girt by Maruts, let our brave men, impetuous, bursting forward, March on, like flames of fire in form, exulting, with pointed arrows, sharpening their weapons. 2Flashing...
Book 6. Hymn 41. A Prayer For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLI A Prayer For Protection, Long Life, And Various Blessings 1For mind, for intellect, for thought, for purpose, for intelligence,. For sense, for hearing, and for sight, let us adore with sacrifice. 2For expiration, vital air...
Book 20. Hymn 70 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 320 HYMN LXX 1Thou, Indra, with the Tempest-Gods, the breakers down of what is firm, Foundest the kine even in the cave. 2Worshipping even as they list, singers laud him who findeth wealth, The far-renowned, the mighty One. 3Then...
Book 1. Hymn 24. A Charm Against Leprosy : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIV A Charm Against Leprosy 1First, before all, the strong-winged Bird was born;; thou wast the gall ther. Conquered in fight, the Asuri took then the shape and form of plants. 2The Asuri made, first of all, this medicine...
Book 12. Hymn 5. On The Duty Of Giving Cows : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 103 HYMN V On The Duty Of Giving Cows To Brhmans, And The Sin And Danger Of Withholding The Gift 1Created by toil and holy fervour, found by devotion, resting in right; 2Invested with truth, surrounded with honour, compassed...
Book 12. Hymn 4. On The Duty Of Giving Cows : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 97 HYMN IV On The Duty Of Giving Cows To Brhmans, And The Sin And Danger Of Withholding The Gift 1Give the gift, shall be his word: and straightway they have bound the Cow For Brhman priests who beg the boon. That bringeth sons...
Book 20. Hymn 89 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 334 HYMN LXXXIX 1Even as an archer shoots afar his arrow, offer the laud to him with meet adornment. Quell with your voice the wicked's voice, O sages, Singer, make Indra rest beside the Soma. 2Draw thy Friend to thee like a cow...
Book 10. Hymn 2. Purusha, Primeval M : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 5 HYMN II Purusha, Primeval Man Or Humanity Personified 1Who framed the heels of Prusha? Who fashioned the flesh of him? Who formed and fixed his ankles? Who made the openings and well-moulded fingers? Who gave him foot-soles...
Book 7. Hymn 47. A Prayer For Wealth : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLVII A Prayer For Wealth And Birth Of A Son 1Oft in this sacrifice with favoured cry I call Kuh, beneficent Goddess, skilled in all her works. May she vouchsafe us wealth with every boon, and give a, hero meet for praise who...
Book 6. Hymn 11. An Epithalamian Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XI An Epithalamian Charm To Ensure The Birth Of A Boy 1Asvattha on the Sami-tree. There a male birth is certified. There is the finding of a son: this bring we to the women-folk. 2The father sows the genial seed, the woman tends...
Book 19. Hymn 59. An Expiatory Hymn Accompanying : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LIX An Expiatory Hymn Accompanying Sacrifice 1God among mortals, Agni, thou art guard of holy Law, thou art To be adored in sacred rites. 2When, ignorant, we violate the statutes of you, O Deities, with whom is knowledge, Wise...
Book 7. Hymn 89. A Prayer For Purificati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXIX A Prayer For Purification And Prosperity 1The heavenly Waters have I ranged: we have been sated with their dew. p. a311 Here, Agni, bearing milk, am I. Endow me with the gift of strength. 2Endow me with the gift of strength...
Book 4. Hymn 18. A Counter Charm Against : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a126 HYMN XVIII A Counter-charm Against The Incantations Of Enemies 1The moonlight equalleth the sun, night is the rival of the day. I make effectual power my help: let magic arts be impotent. 2Gods! if one make and bring a spell...
Book 20. Hymn 105 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CV 1Thou in the battles, Indra, art subduer of all hostile bands. Father art thou, all-conquering, cancelling the curse, thou victor of the vanquisher. 2The earth, and heaven cling close to thy victorious might, as sire and mother...
Book 20. Hymn 33 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXIII 1Drink of the juice which men have washed in waters and fill the- full, O Lord of tawny horses. O Indra, hearer of the laud, with Soma which stones have mix- ed for thee enhance thy rapture. 2To make thee start, a strong...
Book 7. Hymn 14. A Prayer To Savitar : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XIV A Prayer To Savitar For Prosperity 1I praise this God, parent of heaven and earth, exceeding wiser possessed of real energy, giver of treasure, thinker dear to all,. 2Whose splendour is sublime, whose light shone brilliant...
Book 9. Hymn 5. A Glorification Of A Sacrificial : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a368 HYMN V A Glorification Of A Sacrificial Goat 1Seize him and bring him hither. Let him travel. foreknowing, to the regions of the pious. Crossing in many a place the mighty darkness, let the Goat mount to the third heaven above...
Book 6. Hymn 75. A Charm To Effect The Removal : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXV A Charm To Effect The Removal Of An Enemy 1Forth from his dwelling drive that man, the foeman who assaileth us: Through the Expellent sacrifice hath Indra rent and mangled him. 2Indra, Foe-Slayer, drive him forth ...
Book 18. Hymn 1. An Accompaniment To Funeral : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 174 BOOK XVIII HYMN I An Accompaniment To Funeral Ceremonies And Sacrificial Offerings To Ancestral Spirits 1Fain would I win my friend to kindly friendship. So may the Sage, come through the air's wide ocean, Remembering the earth...
Book 7. Hymn 15. A Charm To Win Divine Favour : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a277 HYMN XV A Charm To Win Divine Favour And Felicity 1I choose, O Savitar, that glorious favour, with fruitful energy and every blessing, Even this one's teeming cow, erst milked by Kanva, thousand- streamed, milked for happiness...
Book 6. Hymn 57. A Charm For A Wound Or Bruise : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LVII A Charm For A Wound Or Bruise 1This is a medicine indeed, Rudra's own medicine is this, Wherewith he warns the arrow off one-shafted, with a hundred tips. 2Besprinkle it with anodyne, bedew it with relieving balm: Strong...
Book 7. Hymn 67. A Priest's Prayer : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXVII A Priest's Prayer To The Agnayo Dhishnyh 1May sense return to me again, and spirit, return my Sacred Power and my possessions! Again let fires, aflame on lesser altars, each duly stationed, here succeed and prosper.
Book 6. Hymn 34. To Agni For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXIV To Agni For Protection From Enemies 1Send forth thy voice to Agni, to the manly hero of our homes, So may he bear us past our foes. 2That Agni who with sharpened flame of fire consumes the Rkshasas, So may he bear us past...
Book 11. Hymn 3. A Glorification Of The Od : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN III A Glorification Of The Odana Or Oblation Of Boiled Rice 11. Of that Odana Brihaspati is the head, Brahma the mouth. 22. Heaven and Earth are the ears, the Sun and Moon are the eyes, the seven Rishis are the vital airs inhaled...
Book 20. Hymn 29 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIX I. For thou, O Indra, art the God whom hymns and praises magnify: Thou blessest those who worship thee. 2Bay horses with their long manes bring Indra to drink the Soma juice, The Bountiful to our sacrifice. 3With waters' foam...
Book 3. Hymn 15. A Merchant's Prayer : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XV A Merchant's Prayer For Success In His Business 1I stir and animate the merchant Indra; may he approach and be our guide and leader. p. a83 Chasing ill-will, wild beast, and highway robber, may he who hath the power give me...
Book 4. Hymn 22. A Benediction On A Newly : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a131 HYMN XXII A Benediction On A Newly Consecrated King 1Exalt and strengthen this my Prince, O Indra, Make him sole lord and leader of the people. Scatter his foes, deliver all his rivals into his hand in struggles for precedence...
Book 6. Hymn 52. A Charm Against Noxious : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LII A Charm Against Noxious Reptiles And Insects 1Slaying the Rkshasas, the Sun mounts upward in the front of heaven, ditya, from the mountains, seen of all, destroying things unseen. 2The kine had settled in their pen, wild...
Book 7. Hymn 85. A Charm To Ensure Victory : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXV A Charm To Ensure Victory In Battle 1This very mighty one whom Gods urge onward, the conqueror of cars, ever triumphant, Swift, fleet to battle, with uninjured fellies, even Trkshya for our weal will we call hither.
Book 19. Hymn 65. A Hymn To Agni Identified : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 262 HYMN LXV A Hymn To Agni Identified With The Sun 1A Golden Eagle thou hast soared with light to heaven. Those who would harm thee as thou fliest skyward. Beat down, O Jtavedas, with thy fury. The strong hath feared: to heaven...
Book 20. Hymn 37 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXVII 1He, like a bull with sharpened horns, terrific, singly excites and agitates all the people. Then givest him who largely pours libation his wealth who pours not, for his own possession. 2Thou verily, Indra, gavest help...
Book 7. Hymn 28. Praise Of The Sacrificial : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXVIII Praise Of The Sacrificial Utensils 1Blest be the Broom, may the Mace bring a blessing, and may the Altar and the Hatchet bless us. Worshipful Gods, may they accept this worship, lovers of sacri- fice, and sacrificers.
Book 20. Hymn 101 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CI 1Agni we choose, the messenger, the herald, master of all wealth,. Well skilled in this our sacrifice. 2With calls they ever invocate Agni, Agni, Lord of the House, Oblation-bearer, much-beloved. 3Bring the Gods hither, Agni...
Book 7. Hymn 41. A Prayer For Prosperity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLI A Prayer For Prosperity 1Observing men, and viewing home, the Falcon hath cleft his swift way over wastes and waters. May he, with Indra for a friend, auspicious, traversing all air's lower realms, come hither. 2The heavenly...
Book 1. Hymn 25. A Prayer To Fever : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXV A Prayer To Fever, As A Charm Against His Attacks 1When Agni blazed when he had pierced the Waters, whereat the Law-observers paid him homage, There, men assever, was thy loftiest birthplace: O Fever, yield- ing to our prayer...
Book 2. Hymn 24. A Charm Against The Magic : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIV A Charm Against The Magic Arts Of Fiends 1O Serabhaka, Serabha, back fall your arts of witchery! Back, Kimidins! let your weapon fall. Eat your possessor; eat ye him who sent you forth; 2Srvridhaka, O Sevridha, back fall your...
Book 6. Hymn 16. A Medical Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a206 HYMN XVI A Medical Charm 1O bayu, non-bayu, dire is thy juice, O bayu; we eat the gruel made of thee. 2Vihalha is thy father's name, thy mother's is Madvati. Yea, verily thou art not he, thou who hast well protected life. 3Go...
Book 15. Hymn 18 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XVIII 1Of that Vrtya. 2The right eye is the Sun and the left eye is the Moon. 3His right ear is Agni and his left ear is Pavamna. 4Day and Night are his nostrils. Diti and Aditi are his head and skull. 5By day the Vrtya is turned...
Book 19. Hymn 39. A Protective Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXIX A Protective Charm 1Let Kushtha from the Hill of Snow come, a divine deliverer. Banish thou all Consumption, drive all sorceresses far away. 2Kushtha, three several names hast thou, Naghamra, Naghrisha: let not mishap befall...
Book 2. Hymn 9. A Charm To Cure Dangerous Disease : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a41 HYMN IX A Charm To Cure Dangerous Disease 1Free this man, Dasavriksha! from the demon, from Grhi who hath seized his joints and members, And raise him up again, O Tree, into the world of living men. 2He hath arisen and come once...
Book 19. Hymn 49. A Hymn Of Praise And Prayer : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 251 HYMN XLIX A Hymn Of Praise And Prayer To Night 1Friend of the home, the strong and youthful maiden, Night, dear to Savitar the God, and Bhaga, All-compassing, all-glorious, prompt to listen, hath with her greatness filled...
Book 6. Hymn 68. A Charm To Accompany : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXVIII A Charm To Accompany The Shaving Of The Beard 1Savitar hath come hither with the razor: come thou, O Vyu, with the heated water. One-minded let dityas, Rudras, Vasus moisten the hair: shave ye who know King Soma. 2Let Aditi...
Book 7. Hymn 16. A Prayer For Prosperity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XVI A Prayer For Prosperity 1Increase this man Brihaspati! Illume him, O Savitar, for high and happy fortune. Sharpen him thoroughly though already sharpened: with glad acclaim let all the Gods receive him.
Book 7. Hymn 79. A Hymn To The New Moon : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXIX A Hymn To The New Moon 1Night of the New-born Moon, whatever fortune the Gods who dwell with greatness have assigned thee, Therewith fulfil our sacrifice, all-baunteous! Blessed One, grant us wealth with manly offspring. 2I...
Book 4. Hymn 27. A Hymn To The Maruts : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXVII A Hymn To The Maruts 1I think upon the Maruts: may they bless me, may they assist me to this wealth in battle. p. a136 I call them like swift well-trained steeds to help us. May they deliver us from grief and trouble. 2Those...
Book 19. Hymn 2. A Hymn To All Waters : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN II A Hymn To All Waters 1Blest be the Streams from hills of snow, sweet be spring Waters unto thee. Sweet be swift-running Waters, sweet to thee be Water of the Rains. p. 212 2Sweet unto thee be Waters of the waste and Waters...
Book 3. Hymn 19. A Glorification Of The Office : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XIX A Glorification Of The Office Of A King's Household Priest 1Quickened is this my priest rank, quickened is manly strength and force, Quickened be changeless power, wher I am the conquering President! 2I quicken these men's...
Book 2. Hymn 36. A Charm To Secure A Husb : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a63 HYMN XXXVI A Charm To Secure A Husband For A Marriageable Girl 1To please us may the suitor come, O Agni, seeking this maid and bringing us good fortune. Approved by wooers, lovely in assemblies, may she be soon made happy with...
Book 20. Hymn 93 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 340 HYMN XCIII 1May our hymns give thee great delight. Display thy bounty, Thunderer. Drive off the enemies of prayer. 2Crush with thy foot the niggard churls who bring no gifts. Might art thou: There is not one to equal thee. 3Thou...
Book 20. Hymn 136. Erotica : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXXVI Erotica 1Si quis in hujus tenui rima praeditae feminae augustias fascinum intromittit, vaccae ungularum et Sakula. rum pisci- um more pudenda ejus agitantur. 2Quum magno pene parvula ejus pudenda vir percutit, huc et illuc...
Book 1. Hymn 12. A Prayer To Lightning, Against : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XII A Prayer To Lightning, Against Fever, Headache, And Cough 1Born from the womb, brought forth from wind and from the cloud, the first red bull comes onward thundering with the rain. Our bodies may he spare who, cleaving, goes...
Book 20. Hymn 74 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXIV 1O Soma-drinker, ever true, utterly hopeless though we be, Do thou, O Indra, give us hope of beauteous horses and of kine, In thousands, O most wealthy One. 2O Lord of strength, whose jaws are strong, great deeds are thine...
Book 7. Book 7 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book VII TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: Glorification of the power of prayer and to Agni Hymn 2: Praise of Atharvan Hymn 3: Praise of Agni as the Sun Hymn 4: To Vyu God of the Wind Hymn 5: A glorification of sacrifice Hymn 6: A prayer to Aditi for help...
Book 20. Hymn 62 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXII 5To Indra sing a Sman, sing to the high Sage a lofty song, To him who keeps the Law, inspired and fain for praise. 6Thou, Indra, art preeminent: thou gavest splendour to the Sun. Maker of all things, thou art mighty...
Book 6. Hymn 33. A Prayer To Indra For Riches : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXIII A Prayer To Indra For Riches 1He who controls this air and men who aid his strength, and wood, and heaven, the lofty seat which Indra loves. 2The bold whose overpowering might the boldest never hath defied,-- p. a215...
Book 9. Hymn 1. A Glorification Of The Asvins' : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a356 BOOK IX HYMN I A Glorification Of The Asvins' Whip And A Prayer For Blessings 1The Asvins' Honey-whip was born from heaven and earth, from middle air, and ocean, and from fire and wind. All living creatures welcome it with...
Book 6. Hymn 114. A Prayer For Pard : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXIV A Prayer For Pardon Of Faults And Errors In Sacrificing 1Whatever God-provoking wrong we priests have done, O Deities. Therefrom do ye deliver us, dityas! by the right of Law. 2Here set us free, O holy ones, dityas, by...
Book 2. Hymn 34. A Prayer Accompanying : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a61 HYMN XXXIV A Prayer Accompanying An Animal Sacrifice 1May this, of all the beasts that Pasupati rules, Lord of animals,. quadruped and biped, Come, purchased, to the sacrificial portion. May growth of wealth attend...
Book 15. Hymn 10 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 156 HYMN X 1So let the King, to whose house the Vrtya who possesses this knowledge comes as a guest. 2Honour him as superior to himself. So he Both not act against the interests of his princely rank or his kingdom. 3From him, verily...
Book 20. Hymn 85 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXV 1Glorify naught besides, O friends; so shall no sorrow trouble you. Praise only mighty Indra when the juice is shed, and say your lauds repeatedly: 2Even him, eternal, like a bull who rushes down, men's con- quer...
Book 14. Hymn 2. On The Bridal Of Sury : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 139 HYMN II On The Bridal Of Sry, Marriage Ceremonies In General, Continued 1For thee with bridal train they first escorted Sry to her home, Give to the husband in return, Agni, the wife with future sons. 2Agni hath given the bride...
Book 7. Hymn 35. A Prayer For The Prosperity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a284 HYMN XXXV A Prayer For The Prosperity Of A King And His Kingdom 1Subdue with conquering might his other rivals, those yet unborn repel, O Jtavedas. For great felicity protect this kingdom, and in this man let all the Gods be...
Book 20. Hymn 128. Sacrificial Formulas : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 365 HYMN CXXVIII Sacrificial Formulas 1The worshipper who pours the juice, for gathering and assembly fit, And yonder foe-destroying Sun,--these have the Gods designed of old. 2He who defiles a sister, he who willingly would harm...
Book 10. Hymn 9. The Sataudana Or Hundredfold : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 33 HYMN IX The Sataudan Or Hundredfold Oblation 1Binding the mouths of those who threaten mischief, against my rivals cast this bolt of thunder, Indra first gave the Hundredfold Oblation, welfare of him who worships, foe-destroying...
Book 6. Hymn 10. A Thanksgiving For Life : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a203 HYMN X A Thanksgiving For Life, Hearing, And Sight 1All hail for hearing to the Earth, to Trees, to Agni, sovran Lord! 2All hail for breath to Air, for power to life to Vyu, sovran Lord! 3All hail for vision to the Stars...
Book 9. Book 9 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book IX TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: A glorification of the Asvins' whip and a prayer for blessings Hymn 2: A glorification of Kma as God of desire of all that is good Hymn 3: On the consecration of a newly built house Hymn 4: A glorificati...
Book 7. Hymn 80. A Hymn To The Full Moon : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXX A Hymn To The Full Moon 1Full 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 greatness, feast in the height of heaven, on strengthening...
Book 6. Hymn 139. A Woman's Love Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a267 HYMN CXXXIX A Woman's Love-charm 1Thou 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 bears a thousand leaves I dry thy heart...
Book 20. Hymn 21 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXI 1We will present fair praise unto the Mighty One, our hymns to Indra in Vivasvn's dwelling-place; For he hath ne'er found wealth in those who seem to sleep; those who give wealth to men accept no paltry praise. 2Giver...
Book 20. Hymn 117 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXVII 1Drink Soma, Lord of Bays, and let it cheer thee: Indra, the stone, like a well-guided courser, Directed by the presser's arms hath pressed it. 2So let the draught of joy, thy dear companion, by which, O Lord of Bays, thou...
Book 9. Hymn 4. A Glorification Of The Typical : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a365 HYMN IV A Glorification Of The Typical Sacrificial Bull 1The Bull, fierce, thousandfold, filled full of vigour, bearing within his flanks all forms and natures, Brihaspati's Steer, hath stretched the thread, bestowing bliss...
Book 2. Hymn 16. A Charm Against Fear : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a49 HYMN XVI A Prayer For General Protection 1Guard me from death, Inhaling and Exhaling! All bliss to you! 2Guard me from overhearing, Earth and Heaven! All hail to you! 3Do thou, O Srya, with thine eye protect me! All hail to thee...
Book 6. Hymn 71. A Priest's Benediction After Meat : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a233 HYMN LXXI A Priest's Benediction After Meat 1What food I eat of varied form and nature, food whether gold, or horse, sheep, goat, or bullock, Whatever gift I have received, may Agni the Hotar make it sacrifice well-offered...
Book 16. Hymn 9. A Charm To Secure Wealth : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IX A Charm To Secure Wealth And Felicity 1Ours is superior place and ours is conquest: may I in all fights tread down spite and malice. 2This word hath Agni, this hath Soma spoken. May Pshan set me in the world of virtue. 3We have...
Book 20. Hymn 109 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CIX 1The juice of Soma thus diffused, sweet to the taste, the bright Cows drink Who for the sake of splendour close to mighty Indra's side rejoice, good in their own supremacy. 2Craving his touch the dappled Kine mingle the Som...
Book 7. Hymn 63. A Prayer For Deliverance : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXIII A Prayer For Deliverance From Affliction 1We call with lauds from his most lofty dwelling victorious Agni, conqueror in battles. May he conveyus over all distresses, may the God Agni bear us past our troubles.
Book 6. Hymn 112. A Health Charm For M : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXII A Health-charm For Man, Woman, And Son 1Let not this one, O Agni, wound the highest of these: preserve thou him from utter ruin. Knowing the way do thou untie the nooses of the she-fiend: let all the Gods approve thee. 2Rend...
Book 19. Hymn 17. A Prayer For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XVII A Prayer For Protection From Dangers In All Directions 1Agni from eastward guard me with the Vasus! To him I go, in him I rest: this fort I seek for refuge. May he protect me, may he be my guardian. I give my soul--All hail...
Book 6. Hymn 96. A Prayer For Deliverance : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCVI A Prayer For Deliverance From Sin And Sorrow 1The many plants of hundred shapes and forms that Soma rules as King, p. a245 Commanded by Brihaspati, deliver us from grief and woe! 2Let them release me from the curse...
Book 20. Hymn 113 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXIII 1Both boons--may Indra hitherward turned, listen to this, prayer of ours, And, mightiest Maghavan with thought inclined to us come nigh to drink the Soma juice. 2For him, strong independent Ruler, Heaven and Earth have...
Book 20. Hymn 25 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXV 1Indra, the mortal man well guarded by thine aid goes foremost in the wealth of horses and of kine. With amplest wealth thou fillest him, as round about the waters clearly seen afar fill Sindhu full. 2The heavenly waters come...
Book 6. Hymn 84. A Charm To Accompany : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a239 HYMN LXXXIV A Charm To Accompany The Symbolical Loosing Of Sacrificial Victims 1Thou in whose dread mouth I present oblation, that these bound victims may obtain their freedom, The people deem that thou art Earth: I know thee...
Book 20. Hymn 78 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 329 HYMN LXXVIII 1Sing this, what time the juice is pressed, to him your Hero much-invoked, To please him as a mighty, Bull. 2He, excellent, withholdeth not his gift of power and wealth in kine, When he hath listened to our songs...
Book 11. Hymn 2. Prayer And Praise To Bhav : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 46 HYMN II Prayer And Praise To Bhava, Sarva And Rudra 1Bhava and Sarva, spare us, be not hostile. Homage to you, twin Lords of beasts and spirits! Shoot not the arrow aimed and drawn against us: forbear to harm our quadrupeds...
Book 5. Hymn 30. A Charm To Restore Life : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXX A Charm To Restore Life And Health 1From thy vicinity I call, from near, from far, from night at hand. Stay here: depart not: follow not the Fathers of the olden time. I bind thy vital spirit fast. 2If any man, a stranger...
Book 7. Hymn 43. A Charm Against Lightning : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLIII A Charm Against Lightning 1Some of thy words bode weal and some misfortune: thou scat- terest them all with friendly feeling. Deep within this three words are laid: among them one hath flown off even as the sound was uttered.
Book 6. Hymn 88. A Benediction Addressed : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a241 HYMN LXXXVIII A Benediction Addressed To A Newly Elected King 1Firm is the sky, firm is the earth, and firm is all this living world; Firm are these mountains on their base, and stedfast is this King of men. 2Stedfast may...
Book 6. Hymn 95. A Charm To Remove Disease : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCV A Charm To Remove Disease 1In the third heaven above us stands the Asvattha tree, the seat of Gods. There the Gods gained the Kushtha plant, embodiment of end- less life. 2There moved through heaven a golden ship, a ship with...
Book 19. Hymn 3. A Hymn To Agni For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN III A Hymn To Agni For Protection And Prosperity 1Whithersoe'er, from sky, earth, air's mid-regions from plants ands herbs, from tall trees, Jtavedas. Is carried here and there to divers places, even thence come thou to us with...
Book 3. Hymn 4. A Benediction At The Electi : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a69 HYMN IV A Benediction At The Election Of A King 1To thee hath come the kingship with its splendour: On! shine as lord, sole ruler of the people. King! let all regions of the heavens invite thee. Here let men wait on thee and bow...
Book 1. Hymn 5. To The Waters, For Strength : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN V To The Waters, For Strength And Power 1Ye, Waters, truly bring us bliss: so help ye us to strength and power p. a6 That we may look on great delight. 2Here grant to us a share of dew, that most auspicious dew of yours, Like...
Book 10. Hymn 4. A Charm To Destroy Venomous : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IV A Charm To Destroy Venomous Serpents 2The first of all is Indra's car, next is the chariot of the Gods the third is Varuna's alone. The last, the Serpents' chariot, struck the pillar and then sped away. p. 12 2Their lustre is...
Book 7. Hymn 52. A Prayer For Peace And Concord : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LII A Prayer For Peace And Concord 1Give us agreement with our own, with strangers give us unity: Do ye, O Asvins, in this place join us in sympathy and love. 2May we agree in mind, agree in purpose: let us not fight against...
Book 20. Hymn 66 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXVI 1As Vyasva did, praise Indra, praise the strong unfluctuating guide. Who gives the foe's possessions to the worshipper. 2Now, son of Vyasva, praise thou him who to the tenth time still is new. The very wise, whom living men...
Book 7. Hymn 12. A Prayer For Influence : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XII A Prayer For Influence At Deliberative And Religious Meetings 1In concord may Prajapati's two daughters, Gathering and As- sembly, both protect me. May every man I meet respect and aid me. Fair be my words, O Fathers...
Book 20. Hymn 81 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 330 HYMN LXXXI 1O Indra, if a hundred heavens and if a hundred earths were: thine No, not a hundred suns could match thee at thy birth, not, both, the worlds, O Thunderer. 2Thou, Hero, hast performed thy hero needs with might, ye...
Book 15. Hymn 14 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XIV 1He when he went away to the eastern region, went away having become the Marut host, and having made Mind an eater of food. He who hath this knowledge eats food with Mind as food-eater. p. 159 2He, when he went away...
Book 7. Hymn 62. A Prayer For The Overthrow : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a297 HYMN LXII A Prayer For The Overthrow Of Enemies 1Like a car-warrior, Agni here, grown mighty, Lord of the brave, Chief Priest, hath conquered footmen. Laid on earth's centre he hath flashed and glittered. Low may he lay our...
Book 7. Hymn 102. A Charm To Obtain Pard : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CII A Charm To Obtain Pardon For An Indecent Act 1When I have worshipped Heaven and Earth, reverenced Firma- ment and Death, I will make water standing up. Let not the Sovrans injure me.
Book 3. Hymn 16. A Rishi's Morning Prayer : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a84 HYMN XVI A Rishi's Morning Prayer 1Agni at dawn, and Indra we invoke at dawn, and Varuna and Mitra, and the Asvins twain: Bhaga at dawn, Pshan and Brhmanaspati, Soma at dawn, and Rudra we invoke at dawn. 2We all strong Bhag...
Book 19. Hymn 34. A Protective Charm Addressed : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXIV A Protective Charm Addressed To The Panacea Called A Jangida 1Jangida, thou art Angiras: thou art a guardian, Jangida. Let Jangida, keep safely all our bipeds and our quadrupeds. 2Dice-witcheries, the fifty-threes...
Book 8. Hymn 8. Imprecations Directed Against : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a343 HYMN VIII Imprecations Directed Against A Hostile Army 1Indra the Shaker shake them up, brave, hero, fortdemolisher, That into thousand fragments we may strike the armies of our foes! 2Let Ptirajju with her breath corrupt...
Book 4. Book 4 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book IV TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: Cosmogonical and mystico-theological doctrine Hymn 2: To the unknown God Hymn 3: A Charm against tigers, wolves, thieves and other noxious creatures Hymn 4: A charm to restore virile power Hymn 5: A lover's...
Book 7. Hymn 109. A Prayer For Success In Gambling : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CIX A Prayer For Success In Gambling 1My homage to the strong, the brown, the sovran lord among the dice! Butter on Kali I bestow: may he be kind to one like me. 2Bear butter to the Apsarases, O Agni, and to the Dice bear dust...
Book 3. Hymn 9. A Charm Against Rheumatism : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IX A Charm Against Rheumatism (vishkondha) 1Heaven is the sire, the mother Earth, of Karsapha and Visapha. As ye have brought them hither, Gods! so do ye move therm hence away. 2The bands hold fast without a knot: this is the way...
Book 6. Hymn 133. A Glorificati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a264 HYMN CXXXIII A Glorification Of The Sacred Girdle 1By the direction of that God we journey, he will seek means to save and he will free us; The God who hath engirt us with this Girdle, he who hath fast- ened it, and made us...
Book 20. Hymn 72 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 323 HYMN LXXII 1In all libations men with hero spirit urge thee, Universal, One, each seeking several light, each fain to win the light apart. Thee, furthering like a ship, will we set to the chariot pole of strength, As men who w...
Book 2. Hymn 1. Glorification Of The Prime : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a33 BOOK II HYMN I Glorification Of The Prime Cause Of All Things 1Vena beholds That Highest which lies hidden, wherein this All resumes one form and fashion. Thence Prisni milked all life that had existence: the hosts that know...
Book 6. Hymn 38. A Prayer For Surpassing : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXVIII A Prayer For Surpassing Strength And Energy 1What energy the lion hath, the tiger, adder, and burning fire, Brhman, or Srya, And the blest Goddess who gave birth to Indra, come unto us conjoined with strength and vigour...
Book 20. Hymn 140. Continuation Of The Preceding : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 376 HYMN CXL Continuation Of The Preceding Hymn To The Asvins 1What force, Nsatyas, ye exert, whatever, Gods, ye tend and heal, This your own Vatsa gains not by his hymns alone: ye visit him who offers gifts. 2Now hath the Rishi...
Book 20. Hymn 95 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCV 1From the three jars the Great and Strong hath drunk drink blent with meal. With Vishnu hath he quaffed the flowing Soma juice, all that he would. That hath so heightened him the Great, the Vast, to do his mighty work. So may...
Book 7. Hymn 98. Anointing The Sacred Grass : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCVIII Anointing The Sacred Grass 1Balmed is the Grass with butter and libation, with Indra. gracious Lord, and with the Maruts. Hail! let the sacrifice go forth anointed to Indra with the Gods and Visve Devas.
Book 6. Hymn 132. The Same : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXXII The Same 1The Philter, burning with the pangs of yearning love, which Gods have poured within the bosom of the floods, That spell for thee I heat by Varuna's decree. 2The charm which, burning with the pangs of love...
Book 19. Hymn 66. A Hymn To Agni As The Sun : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXVI A Hymn To Agni As The Sun 1The Asuras with iron nets, magicians, who roam about with hooks and bonds of iron, With wrath I make thy thralls, O Jtavedas. Come as a bolt foe- quelling, thousand pointed.
Book 7. Hymn 103. The Cry Of An Unemployed Priest : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CIII The Cry Of An Unemployed Priest 1What princely warrior, seeking higher fortune, will free us from this shameful fiend of mischief? What friend of sacrifice? What guerdon-lover? Who winneth: 'mid the Gods a long existence?
Book 2. Hymn 4. A Charm To Ensure Health : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a36 HYMN IV A Charm To Ensure Health And Prosperity By Wearing An Amulet 1For length of life, for mighty joy, uninjured, ever showing strength. We wear Vishkandha's antidote, the Amulet of Jangida. 2Amulet of a thousand powers...
Book 20. Hymn 119 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXIX 1An ancient praise-song hath been sung: to Indra have ye said the prayer. They have sung many a Brihat of sacrifice, poured forth th, worshipper's many thoughts. 2In zealous haste the singers have sung forth a song distilling...
Book 6. Hymn 87. A Benediction Addressed : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXVII A Benediction Addressed To A Newly Elected King 1Here art thou: I have chosen thee. Stand stedfast and immov- able. Let all the clans desire thee: let not thy kingdom fall away. 2Be even here: fall not away: be like...
Book 20. Hymn 107 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CVII 1Before his hot displeasure all the peoples, all the men bow down, As rivers bend them to the sea. 2This power of his shone brightly forth when Indra brought to- gether like A skin the worlds of earth and heaven. 3...
Book 6. Hymn 94. A Charm To Reconcile A King's : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a244 HYMN XCIV A Charm To Reconcile A King's Discontented People 1We bend your minds in union, bend in harmony your hopes and plans: You there, who turn to sundered ways, we bend and bow in unison. 2I with my spirit make your...
Book 20. Hymn 31 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXI 1These two dear Bays bring hither Indra on his car, thunder- armed, joyous, meet for laud, to drink his fill. Many libations flow for him who loveth them: to Indra have: the gold-hued Soma juices run. 2The gold-hued drops...
Book 7. Hymn 96. An Incantation Against : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a313 HYMN XCVI An Incantation Against An Undetected Thief 1The kine are resting in the stall, home to her nest hath flown the bird, The hills are firmly rooted: I have fixed the kidneys in their place.
Book 7. Hymn 51. A Prayer For Brihaspati's : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a291 HYMN LI A Prayer For Brihaspati's And Indra's Protection 1Brihaspati protect us from the sinner, from rearward, from above, and from below us! May Indra from the front and from the centre, as friend to friends, vouchsafe us...
Book 5. Hymn 4. A Charm Against Fever : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IV A Charm Against Fever And Other Ailments 1Thou who wast born on mountains, thou most mighty of all plants that grow. Thou Banisher of Fever, come, Kushtha! make Fever pass away. 2Brought from the Snowy Mountain, born...
Book 20. Hymn 35 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXV 1To him, to him swift, strong, and high-exalted, I bring my song of praise as dainty viands; My thought to him resistless, meet for praises, prayers offered most devotedly to Indra. p. 293 2To him I offer praise as choice...
Book 20. Hymn 103 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CIII 1Solicit with your hymns, for aid, Agni the God with piercing flame, For riches famous Agni, Purmilha 'and ye men, Agni to light our dwelling well. 2Agni, come hither with thy fires: we choose thee as our Hotai- priest. Let...
Book 6. Hymn 102. A Man's Love Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CII A Man's Love Charm 1Even as this ox, O Asvins, steps and turns together with his mate, So let thy fancy turn itself, come nearer, and unite with me. 2I, as the shaft-horse draws the mare beside him, draw thee to myself. Like...
Book 7. Hymn 56. A Charm Against Poisonous : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LVI A Charm Against Poisonous Bites And Stings 1Whether it came from viper, from black snake or snake with transverse stripes, Or Kankaparvan's bite, this herb hath made the poison power- less. 2Honey-born, honey-dropping, rich...
Book 19. Hymn 40. A Prayer For Pard : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 244 HYMN XL A Prayer For Pardon Of Error In Sacrifice, And For Wisdom, Strength, And Life 1For each defect of mine in voice and spirit I have approached One vehement and ardent. With all the Deities, fully approving, Brihaspati...
Book 1. Hymn 3. A Charm Against Constipati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a3 HYMN III A Charm Against Constipation And Suppression Of Urine 1We know the father of the shaft, Parjanya strong with hundred powers: By this may I bring health unto thy body: let the channels pour their burthen freely as of old...
Book 16. Hymn 2. A Charm To Secure Various : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 164 HYMN II A Charm To Secure Various Blessings 1Away from distasteful food, strength and sweet speech, 2Are pleasant. May I obtain a pleasant voice. 3I have invoked the Protector; I have invoked his protection. 4Quick of hearing...
Book 6. Hymn 3. A Prayer To Various Deities : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN III A Prayer To Various Deities For Protection And Prosperity 1Guard us the Maruts! Guard us well, O Indra, Piishan, Aditi. Guard us, O Waters' Child, and Rivers Seven. May Vishnu guard us, and the Sky. p. a200 2May Heaven...
Book 6. Hymn 121. A Prayer For Happiness In Heaven : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a257 HYMN CXXI A Prayer For Happiness In Heaven 1Spreading them out, untie the snares that hold us, Varuna's bonds, the upper and the lower. Drive from us evil dream, drive off misfortune; then let us go in- to the world of virtue...
Book 6. Hymn 111. A Charm For Insanity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXI A Charm For Insanity 1Unbind and loose for me this man, O Agni, who bound and well restrained is chattering folly. p. a252 Afterward he will offer thee thy portion when he hath been delivered from his madness. 2Let Agni gently...
Book 6. Hymn 82. A Charm To Win A Bride : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXII A Charm To Win A Bride 1I call the name of him who comes, hath come, and still draws- nigh to us. p. a238 Foe-slaying Indra's name I love, the Vasus' friend with hundred powers. 2Thus Bhaga spake to me: Let him bring thee...
Book 7. Hymn 24. A Prayer For Riches : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIV A Prayer For Riches 1What treasure hath been dug for us by Indra, by Agni, Visve- devas, tuneful Maruts, On us may Savitar whose laws are faithful, Prajpati, and Heavenly Grace bestow it.
Book 1. Hymn 16. A Prayer And Charm Against Demons : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a16 HYMN XVI A Prayer And Charm Against Demons 1May potent Agni who destroys the demons bless and shelter us. From greedy fiends who rise in troops at night-time when the moon is dark. 2Varuna's benison hath blessed the lead...
Book 20. Hymn 76 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXVI 1As sits the young bird on the tree rejoicing, ye, swift pair, have been roused by clear laudation, Whose Hoter-priest through many days is Indra, earth's guardian, friend of men, the best of heroes. 2May we, when this Dawn...
Book 4. Hymn 13. A Charm To Restore A Sick : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a119 HYMN XIII A Charm To Restore A Sick Man To Health 1Gods, raise again the man whom ye, O Gods, have humbled and brought low. Ye Gods, restore to life again, him, Gods! who hath committed sin. 2Here these two winds are blowing...
Book 19. Hymn 53. A Hymn To Kama Or Time : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 254 HYMN LIII A Hymn To Kma Or Time 1Prolific, thousand-eyed, and undecaying, a horse with seven reins Time bears us onward. Sages inspired with holy knowledge mount him: his chariot wheels are all the worlds of creatures. 2This...
Book 6. Hymn 26. To Affliction : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a211 HYMN XXVI To Affliction 1Let me go free, O Misery: do thou, the mighty, pity us. Set me uninjured in the world of happiness, O Misery. 2From thee, from thee who fliest not from us, O Misery, we fly. Then at the turning...
Book 20. Hymn 91 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 336 HYMN XCI 1This holy hymn sublime and seven-headed, sprung from eternal Law, our sire discovered. Aysya, friend of all men, hath engendered the fourth hymn as he sang his laud to Indra. 2Thinking aright, praising eternal Order...
Book 20. Hymn 68 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 318 HYMN LXVIII 4Go to the wise unconquered One, ask thou of Indra, skilled in song, Him who is better than thy friends. 5Whether the men who mock us say, Depart unto another place, Ye who serve Indra and none else; 6Or whether, God...
Book 5. Hymn 18. The Wickedness Of Oppressing : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a176 HYMN XVIII The Wickedness Of Oppressing And Robbing Brhmans 1The Gods, O Prince, have not bestowed this cow on thee to eat ther. Seek not, Rjanya, to devour the Brhman's cow which none may eat. 2A base Rjanya, spoiled at dice...
Book 4. Hymn 26. A Hymn To Heaven And Earth : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a135 HYMN XXVI A Hymn To Heaven And Earth 1O Heaven and Earth, I think on you, wise, givers of abundant gifts, ye who through measureless expanses have spread forth. For ye are seats and homes of goodly treasures. Deliver us, ye...
Book 6. Hymn 50. A Charm For The Destructi : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a223 HYMN L A Charm For The Destruction Of Vermin 1Destroy the rat, the mole, the boring beetle, cut off their heads and crush their ribs, O Asvins. Bind fast their mouths; let them not eat our barley: so guard, ye twain, our...
Book 2. Hymn 12. A Prayer For Vengeance : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XII A Prayer For Vengeance On A Malicious Rival Worshipper 1The spacious Firmament, and Earth and Heaven, the Field's Queen, and the wonderful Wide-Strider, Yea, the broad middle air which Vta guardeth, may these now burn with...
Book 6. Hymn 118. A Prayer For Pard : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXVIII A Prayer For Pardon Of Cheating At Play 1If we have sinned with both our hands, desiring to take the host of dice for our possession, May both Apsarases to-day forgive us that debt, the fiercely- conquering...
Book 20. Hymn 138. In Praise Of Indra : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 375 HYMN CXXXVIII In Praise Of Indra 1Indra, great in his power and might and, like Parjanya, rich in rain, Is magnified by Vatsa's lauds, 2When the priests, strengthening the Son of holy Law, present their gifts, Singers with...
Book 6. Hymn 89. A Man's Love Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXIX A Man's Love Charm 1This strength that Soma hath bestowed, the head of her who gladdeneth,-- With that which thence hath been produced we make thy spirit sorrowful. 2We make thy spirit sorrowful, we fill thy mind with p...
Book 3. Hymn 22. The Taming And Training : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a93 HYMN XXII The Taming And Training Of An Elephant For A King To Ride On 1Famed be the Elephant's strength, the lofty glory, which out of Aditi's body took existence! They all have given me this for my possession, even all...
Book 20. Hymn 99 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCIX 1Men with their lauds are urging thee, Indra, to drink the Soma first. The Ribhus in accord have lifted up their voice and Rudras. sung thee as the First. 2Indra increased his manly strength at sacrifice, in the wild rapture...
Book 19. Hymn 5. A Prayer For Riches : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN V A Prayer For Riches 4King of the living world and men is Indra, of all in varied form that earth containeth. Thence to the worshipper he giveth riches: may he enrich even us when we have praised him.
Book 7. Hymn 4. To Vayu God Of The Wind : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IV To Vyu God Of The Wind 1With thine eleven teams, to aid our wishes, yea, with thy two- and-twenty teams, O Vyu, With all thy three-and-thirty teams for drawing, here loose these teams, thou who art prompt to listen!
Book 15. Hymn 12 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XII 1The man, to whose house, when the fires have been taken up from the hearth and the oblation to Agni placed therein, the Vrtya possessing this knowledge comes as a guest. 2Should of his own accord rise to meet him and say...
Book 20. Hymn 87 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXVII 1Priests, offer to the Lord of all the people the milked-out stalk of Soma, radiant-coloured. No wild bull knows his drinking-place like Indra who ever seeks him who hath pressed the Soma. 2Thou dost desire to drink, each...
Book 1. Hymn 31. A Prayer For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXI A Prayer For Protection And General Prosperity 1Here will we serve with sacrifice the great Controllers of the world, The four immortal Warders who protect the regions of the sky. 2Ye, Guardians of the regions, Gods who keep...
Book 7. Hymn 25. Praise Of Vishnu And Varuna : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXV Praise Of Vishnu And Varuna 1The early morning prayer hath come to Vishnu and Varuna, Lords through might, whom none hath equalled, Gods by whose power the realms of air were stablished, strongest and most heroic in their...
Book 6. Hymn 40. A Prayer For Peace And Security : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XL A Prayer For Peace And Security 1Here may we dwell, O Heaven and Earth, in safety. May Savitar and Soma send us safety. Our safety be the wide air: ours be safety through the oblation of the Seven Rishis. p. a218 2May the Four...
Book 7. Hymn 110. A Prayer For Success In Battle : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CX A Prayer For Success In Battle 1Resistless, Agni, Indra, smite his foemen for the worshipper, For best foe-slayers are ye both. 2Agni I call, and Indra, foe-destroyers, swift moving, heroes, Gods who wield the thunder, Through...
Book 20. Hymn 60 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LX 1For so thou art the hero's Friend, a Warrior too art thou, and strong: So may thy heart be won to us. 2So hath the offering; wealthiest Lord, been paid by all the worshippers: So dwell thou, Indra, even with me. 3Be not thou...
Book 7. Hymn 116. A Charm Against Fever : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a321 HYMN CXVI A Charm Against Fever 1Homage to him the burning one, shaker, exciter, violent! Homage to him the cold who acts according to his ancient will! 2May he, the lawless one, who comes alternate or two following days, pass...
Book 6. Hymn 69. A Priest's Prayer For Power : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXIX A Priest's Prayer For Power And Glory 1Mine be the glory in the hill, in vales, in cattle, and in gold, Mine be the sweetness that is found in nectar and in flowing wine! 2With your delicious honey balm me, Asvins, Lords...
Book 6. Hymn 115. A Prayer For Forgiveness Of Sins : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a254 HYMN CXV A Prayer For Forgiveness Of Sins 1Whatever wrong we wittingly or in our ignorance have done, Do ye deliver us therefrom, O all ye Gods, of one accord. 2If I, a sinner, when awake or sleeping have committed sin, Free me...
Book 11. Hymn 8. On The Origin Of Some Gods : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 64 HYMN VIII On The Origin Of Some Gods And The Creation Of Man 1When Manyu brought his consort home forth from Sankalpa's dwelling-place, Who were the wooers of the bride, who was the chief who courted her? 2Fervour and Action were...
Book 6. Hymn 98. Praise Of Indra : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCVIII Praise Of Indra 1Indra be victor, never to be vanquished, to reign among the Kings as sovran ruler! p. a246 Here be thou meet for praise and supplication, to be revered and waited on and worshipped. 2Thou fain for glory...
Book 7. Hymn 78. A Charm For A Prince's Prosperity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXVIII A Charm For A Prince's Prosperity 1I free thee from the cord, I loose the bond, I loose the fastening. Even here, perpetual, Agni, wax thou strong. p. a305 2I with celestial prayer appoint thee, Agni, maintainer of this...
Book 7. Hymn 19. A Prayer For Prosperity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XIX A Prayer For Prosperity 1Prajapati engenders earthly creatures: may the benevolent Ordainer form them, Having one common womb, and mind, and spirit. He who is. Lord of Plenty give me plenty!
Book 16. Book 16 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book XVI TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: On the preparation and use of holy water, with, a prayer for purification and freedom from sin Hymn 2: A charm to secure various blessings Hymn 3: A charm to secure power and long life Hymn 4: A charm to secure...
Book 20. Hymn 23 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIII 1Invoked to drink the Soma juice come with thy bay steeds, Thunder-armed! Come, Indra, hitherward, to me. 2Our priest is seated true to time; the grass is regularly strewn; The pressing-stones were set at morn. 3These...
Book 20. Hymn 115 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 355 HYMN CXV 1I from my Father have received deep knowledge of the holy Law: I was born like unto the Sun. 2After the lore of ancient time I make, like Kanva, beauteous songs, And Indra's self gains strength thereby. 3Whatever...
Book 3. Hymn 3. A Charm For The Restorati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN III A Charm For The Restoration Of An Expelled King L Loudly he roared. Here let him labour deftly. Spread, Agni, over spacious earth and heaven. p. a68 Let Maruts who possesses all treasures yoke thee. Bring him who reverently...
Book 7. Hymn 114. A Woman's Incantation Against : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a320 HYMN CXIV A Woman's Incantation Against A Rival 1I have extracted from thy sides, I have extracted from thy heart, I have extracted from thy face the strength and splendour that were thine. 2Let pain and suffering pass away...
Book 6. Hymn 21. A Charm To Strengthen Hair : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXI A Charm To Strengthen Hair And Promote Its Growth 1Of all the three terrestrial realms the ground is verily the best. I from the skin that covers these gather a healing medicine. 2Thou art the best of medicines, most excellent...
Book 19. Hymn 43. In Praise Of Brahma, Prayer : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLIII In Praise Of Brahma, Prayer, Or Devotion 1Whither men versed in Brahma go, with fervour and the cleans- ing rite, Thither let Agni lead me, let Agni give me intelligence, All hail to Agni! 2Whither etc. Thither let Vyu lead...
Book 20. Hymn 111 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXI 1If, Indra, thou drink Soma by Vishnu's or Trita ptya's side, Or with the Maruts take delight in flowing drops; 2Or, Sakra, if thou gladden thee afar or in the sea of air, Rejoice thee in this juice of ours, in flowing drops...
Book 19. Hymn 41. A Benediction On A Newly : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLI A Benediction On A Newly Elected King 1Desiring bliss, at first, light-finding Rishis began religious rite and holy fervour. Thence energy was born, and might, and kingship: so to this man let gathered Gods incline them.
Book 20. Hymn 27 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 286 HYMN XXVII 1If I, O Indra, were, like thee, the single sovran of all wealth. My worshipper should be rich in kine. 2I should be fain, O Lord of Might, to strengthen and enrich the sage, Were I the lord of herds of kine, 3...
Book 6. Hymn 20. A Charm Against Fever : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XX A Charm Against Fever 1He goes away as 'twere from this fierce burning fire, inebriated and lamenting he departs. Let him, the lawless, seek another and not us. Worship be paid to Fever armed with fiery heat. 2To Rudr...
Book 4. Hymn 33. A Prayer To Agni For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXIII A Prayer To Agni For Protection And Prosperity 1Chasing our pain with splendid light, O Agni, shine thou wealth on us. His lustre flash our pain away. 2For goodly fields, for pleasant homes, for wealth we sacrifice to thee...
Book 20. Hymn 39 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 300 HYMN XXXIX 1For you, from every side, we call Indra away from other men: Ours, and none others,' let him be. 2In Soma's ecstasy Indra spread the firmament and realms of light. When he cleft Vala limb from limb. 3Showing...
Book 19. Hymn 42. In Praise Of Brahma, Prayer : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLII In Praise Of Brahma, Prayer, Or Devotion 1Brahma is Hotar, sacrifice: with Brahma are the stakes set up. From Brahma was the Adhvaryu born, from Brahma hidden offering. 2Brahma is fatness-dropping scoops: with Brahma w...
Book 5. Hymn 22. A Charm Against Fever : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a183 HYMN XXII A Charm Against Fever 1Hence, filled with holy strength let Agni, Soma, and Varuna, the Press-stone, and the Altar. And Grass, and glowing Fuel banish Fever. Let hateful things stay at a distance yonder. 2And thou...
Book 1. Hymn 20. A Prayer To Soma, The Maruts : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XX A Prayer To Soma, The Maruts, Mitra, And Varuna, For Protection 1May it glide harmless by in this our sacrifice, O Soma, God! Maruts, be gracious unto us. Let not disaster, let not malison find us out; let not abominable guiles...
Book 20. Hymn 83 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXIII 1O Indra, grant a happy home, a triple refuge, triply strong. Bestow a dwelling-place on the rich lords and me, and keep thy dart afar from these. 2They who with minds intent on spoil subdue the foe, boldly attack...
Book 15. Hymn 16 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 161 HYMN XVI 1His first downward breath is the time of Full Moon. 2His second downward breath is the eighth day after Full Moon. 3His third downward breath is the night of New Moon. 4His fourth downward breath is Faith. 5His fifth...
Book 7. Hymn 32. A Prayer To Agni For Long Life : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXII A Prayer To Agni For Long Life 1We bringing homage have approached the friend who seeks our wondering praise, Young, strengthener of the sacrifice. May he bestow long life on me.
Book 19. Hymn 12. A Prayer To Ushas Or Dawn : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 223 HYMN XII A Prayer To Ushas Or Dawn For Wealth And Long Life 1Dawn drives away her sister's gloom, and through her excellence makes her retrace her path. Through her may we gain God-appointed treasure, and with brave sons be glad...
Book 1. Hymn 28. A Prayer To Agni : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a26 HYMN XXVIII A Prayer To Agni For The Destruction Of Evil Spirits 1God Agni hath come forth to us, fiend-slayer, chaser of disease, Burning the Ytudhnas up, Kimidins, and deceitful ones. 2Consume the Ytudhnas, God! meet...
Book 20. Hymn 64 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXIV 1Come unto us, O Indra, dear, still conquering, unconcealable, Vast as a mountain spread on all sides, Lord of heaven. 2O truthful Soma-drinker, thou art mightier than both the worlds. Thou strengthenest him who pours...
Book 11. Book 11 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book XI TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: An accompaniment to the preparation and presentation of a Brahmaudana Hymn 2: Prayer and praise to Bhava, Sarva and Rudra Hymn 3: A glorification of the Odana or oblation of boiled rice Hymn 4: A glorificati...
Book 13. Hymn 2. The Glorificati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 115 HYMN II The Glorification Of The Sun As ditya, Srya And Rohita 1Radiant, refulgent in the sky are reared the banners of his light, ditya's, who beholdeth man, mighty in act and bountiful. 2Let us laud him, the whole world's...
Book 6. Hymn 53. A Prayer For Recovery : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LIII A Prayer For Recovery And Preservation Of Health And Security 1May Heaven and Earth, wise pair, may lofty Sukra grant me this thing by reason of the guerdon. May Agni, Soma mark through this libation: may Vyu, Savitar...
Book 6. Hymn 28. A Charm To Avert Misfortune : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a212 HYMN XXVIII A Charm To Avert Misfortune Foreshown By The Coming Of A Dove 1Drive forth the Dove, chase it with holy verses: rejoicing bring we hither food and cattle, Obliterating traces of misfortune. Most fleet may it fly...
Book 4. Hymn 4. A Charm To Restore Virile Power : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IV A Charm To Restore Virile Power 1We dig thee from the earth, the Plant which strengthens and exalts the nerves, The Plant which the Gandharva dug for Varuna whose power was lost. 2Let Ushas and let Srya rise, let this...
Book 17. Hymn 1. A Prayer To Indra, Identified : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 170 BOOK XVII HYMN I A Prayer To Indra, Identified With Vishnu And The Sun, For The Love Of Gods, Men, And Beasts, General Protection And Prosperity, And All Earthly And Heavenly Blessings 1Vanquishing, overpowering, a conquer...
Book 5. Hymn 25. A Charm To Facilitate Conception : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a187 HYMN XXV A Charm To Facilitate Conception 1Let the man, sower of the germ, lay, as a feather on a shaft. Limb drawn from limb, whate'er is culled from cloud and from the womb of heaven. 2Even as this broad earth received...
Book 19. Hymn 15. A Prayer For Peace And Security : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 225 HYMN XV A Prayer For Peace And Security 1Indra, give us security from that wher we are afraid. Help us, O Maghavan, let thy succour grant us this: drive foes and enemies afar. 2We call on Indra, on the liberal giver: we will be...
Book 8. Hymn 5. A Charm Accompanying Investiture : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a334 HYMN V A Charm Accompanying Investiture With An Amulet 1Upon the strong is bound the strong, this magic cord, this Amu- let, Potent, foe-slayer, served by valiant heroes, happy and fortu- nate defence. 2This Charm, foe-slayer...
Book 9. Hymn 7. A Glorification Of The Typically : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a377 HYMN VII A Glorification Of The Typically Bull And Cow 1Prajapati and Parameshthin are the two horns, Indra is the head, Agni the forehead, Yama the joint of the neck. 2King Soma is the brain, Sky is the upper jaw, Earth is...
Book 7. Hymn 70. A Charm To Frustrate : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXX A Charm To Frustrate An Enemy's Sacrifice 1Whatever sacrifice that man performeth with voice, mind, sacred formula, oblation, May, in accord with Death, Destruction ruin his offering before it gain fulfilment. 2For him may...
Book 6. Hymn 138. A Woman's Imprecati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXXVIII A Woman's Imprecation On Her Unfaithful Lover 1O Plant, thy fame is spread abroad as best of all the herbs that grow. Unman for me to-day this man that he may wear the horn of hair. 2Make him a eunuch with a horn, set...
Book 1. Hymn 6. To The Waters, For Health : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VI To The Waters, For Health And Wealth 1The Waters be to us for drink, Goddesses, for our aid and bliss: p. a7 Let them stream health and wealth to us. 2Within the Waters--Soma thus hath told me--dwell all balms that heal...
Book 1. Hymn 32. In Praise Of Heaven And Earth : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a29 HYMN XXXII In Praise Of Heaven And Earth 1Ye people, hear and mark this well: he will pronounce a mighty prayer: That which gives breathing to the Plants is not on earth nor in, the heaven. 2Their station, as of those who rest...
Book 2. Hymn 13. A Youth's Investiture Ceremony : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a46 HYMN XIII A Youth's Investiture Ceremony (godnam) 1Strength-giver, winning lengthened life, O Agni, with face and back shining with molten butter, Drink thou the butter and fair milk and honey, and, as a sire his sons, keep this...
Book 3. Hymn 30. A Prayer Or Charm To Secure : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIX On The Means To Obtain Immunity From Taxation In The Next World 1Freedom from hate I bring to you, concord and unanimity. Love one another as the cow loveth the calf that she hath borne. 2One-minded with his mother let...
Book 19. Hymn 29. A Charm For The Destructi : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 235 HYMN XXIX A Charm For The Destruction Of Enemies, Continued From 28 1Pierce thou my rivals, Darbha, pierce the men who fain would fight with me. Pierce all who wish me evil, pierce the men who hate me,. Amulet! 2Split thou my...
Book 2. Hymn 14. A Charm To Banish Verm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a47 HYMN XIV A Charm To Banish Vermin And Noxious Creatures 1Forth from the hall the bold, the sharp, the greedy one, the single-voiced, Sadnvs, and all progeny of Chanda we exterminate. 2We drive you forth from cattle-shed...
Book 3. Hymn 23. A Charm To Remove A Woman's : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a94 HYMN XXIII A Charm To Remove A Woman's Sterility, And To Assure The Birth Of Boys 1From thee we banish and expel the cause of thy sterility. This in another place we lay apart from thee and far removed. 2As arrow to the quiver...
Book 20. Hymn 11 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XI 1Fort-render, Lord of Wealth, dispelling foemen, Indra with lightnings hath o'ercome the Dsa. Impelled by prayer and waxen great in body, he hath filled earth and heaven, the bounteous Giver. 2I stimulate this zeal, the Strong...
Book 13. Book 13 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book XIII TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: The glorification of Rohita, a form of Fire and of the Sun Hymn 2: The glorification of the Sun as ditya, Srya and Rohita Hymn 3: A glorification of Rohita. with a malediction on the man who wrongs a Brhman Hymn 4...
Book 5. Hymn 5. A Charm To Mend A Broken Bone : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN V A Charm To Mend A Broken Bone 1Aryaman is thy grandsire, Night thy mother, and the Cloud thy sire. Thy name is called Silchi. Thou, thyself, art sister of the Gods. 2Whoever drinketh thee hath life: thou savest and protectest...
Book 20. Hymn 52 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 308 HYMN LII 1We compass thee like waters, we whose grass is trimmed and Soma pressed. Here where the filter pours its stream thy worshipper round thee, O Vritra-slayer, sit. 2Men, Vasu! by the Soma, with lauds call thee...
Book 19. Hymn 27. A Benedictory Hymn : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXVII A Benedictory Hymn 1Let the Bull guard thee with the kine, the Stallien with the fleet- foot steeds. p. 233 Let Vyu keep thee safe with prayer, and Indra with his mighty power. 2Let Soma guard thee with the plants, Sry...
Book 5. Hymn 7. A Charm To Deprecate Arati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VII A Charm To Deprecate Arti Or Malignity 1Bring thou to us, bar not the way, Arti! Stay not the guerdon that is being brought us. Homage be paid to Failure, to Misfortune, and Malignity. 2The man whom thou preferrest, O Arti, he...
Book 4. Hymn 3. A Charm Against Tigers, Wolves : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a107 HYMN III A Charm Against Tigers, Wolves, Thieves And Other Noxious Creatures 1Three have gone hence and passed away, the man, the tiger, and the wolf. Down, verily, the rivers flow, down-goeth the celestial Tree,. down let our...
Book 7. Hymn 6. A Prayer To Aditi For Help : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VI A Prayer To Aditi For Help And Protection 1Aditi is sky, and air's mid-region, Aditi is the father, son, and mother, Aditi all the Gods and the Five Nations, Aditi what is now and what is future. 2We call for help the Queen...
Book 19. Hymn 20. A Prayer For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XX A Prayer For Protection From Death And Misfortune 1May Soma, Varuna the King, both Asvins, Yama and Pshan guard us well from Mrityu-- Death caused by men, which Indra-Agni, Dhtar, Brihaspati and Savitar appointed. 2All th...
Book 6. Hymn 25. A Charm To Remove Pustules : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXV A Charm To Remove Pustules Or Scrofulous Swellings (apachitas) 1May all the five-and-fifty which meet round the tendons of the neck. Depart and vanish hence away like plaguing insects buzz and hum! 2Those seventy-and-seven...
Book 3. Hymn 24. A Song Of Harvest : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a95 HYMN XXIV A Song Of Harvest 1The plants of earth are rich in milk, and rich in milk is this my word, So from the rich in milk I bring thousandfold profit hitherward. 2Him who is rich in milk I know. Abundant hath he made our...
Book 14. Book 14 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book XIV TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: On the Bridal of Sry, marriage ceremonies in general Hymn 2: On the Bridal of Sry, marriage ceremonies in general, continued
Book 20. Hymn 56 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LVI 1Indra, foe-slayer, hath been raised to joy and power by the men. Him, verily, we invocate in battles whether great or small: be he our aid in fights for spoil. 2For, Hero, thou art like a host, art giver of abundant prey...
Book 6. Hymn 37. A Charm To Divert Imprecati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXVII A Charm To Divert Imprecation Personified 1Hitherward, having yoked his steeds, came Imprecation, thousand-eyed, Seeking my curser, as a wolf the home of one who owneth sheep. 2Avoid us, Imprecation! as consuming fire...
Book 3. Hymn 14. A Benediction On A Cattle Pen : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a82 HYMN XIV A Benediction On A Cattle Pen 1A Pen wherein to dwell at ease, abundance and prosperity, Whate'er is called the birth of day, all this do we bestow on you. 2May Aryaman pour gifts on you, and Pshan, land Brihaspati...
Book 20. Hymn 48 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 305 HYMN XLVIII 1The swiftly-moving songs of praise pour on thee streams of vital strength As mother cows refresh the calf. 2Swift move the bright ones while they blend the Milk with vital vigour, as A dame her infant with her heart...
Book 4. Hymn 30. A Glorification Of Vak Or Speech : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a139 HYMN XXX A Glorification Of Vk Or Speech 1I travel with the Rudras and the Vasus, with the dityas and All-Gods I wander. I hold aloft both Varuna and Mitra, I hold aloft Indra and both the Asvins. 2I am the Queen...
Book 3. Hymn 10. A New Year Prayer : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN X A New Year Prayer 1The First hath dawned. With Yama may it be a cow to pour forth milk. May she be rich in milk and stream for us through many a com- ing year. 2May she whom Gods accept with joy, Night who approacheth. as a cow...
Book 2. Hymn 18. A Charm Against Enemies : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XVIII A Charm Against Enemies, Goblins, And Other Evil Creatures 1Destruction of the foe art thou, give me the scaring of my foes. All hail! 2The rival's ruiner art thou, give me to drive my rivals off. All hail! 3Aryis' ruiner...
Book 6. Hymn 32. A Charm Against Fiends : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXII A Charm Against Fiends And Goblins 1With butter, in his hall v4here fire is burning, perform that sacri- fice which quells the goblins. Burn from afar against the demons Agni! Afflict not in thy fury us who praise thee. 2Let...
Book 4. Hymn 15. A Charm To Hasten The Coming : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a121 HYMN XV A Charm To Hasten The Coming Of The Rains 1Let all the misty regions fly together, let all the rain-clouds sped by wind, assemble. Let waters satisfy the earth, the voices of the great mist-enve- loped Bull who roareth...
Book 6. Hymn 61. A Prayer For Prosperity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXI A Prayer For Prosperity And Greatness 1The Waters send me what is sweet and pleasant, Sra bring all I need for light and vision! The deities, and all of pious nature, and Savitar the God afford me freedom! 2I set the heaven...
Book 7. Hymn 90. A Charm Against A Rival In Love : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XC A Charm Against A Rival In Love 1Tear thou asunder, as of old, like tangles of a creeping plant. Demolish thou the Dsa's might. 2May we with Indra's help divide the gathered treasure of the foe. I, by the law of Varuna, bring...
Book 20. Hymn 15 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XV 1To him most liberal, lofty Lord of lofty wealth, verily powerful and strong, I bring my hymn, Whose checkless bounty, as of waters down a slope, is spread abroad for all that live, to give them strength. 2Now all this world...
Book 20. Hymn 123 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 358 HYMN CXXIII 1This is the Godhead, this the might of Srya: he hath with- drawn what spread o'er work unfinished. When he hath loosed his horses from their station, straight over all night spreadeth out her garment. 2In the sky's...
Book 9. Hymn 6. A Glorification Of Hospitable : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a373 HYMN VI A Glorification Of Hospitable Reception Of Guests 1Whoso will know Prayer with immediate knowledge, whose mem- bers are the stuff, whose spine the verses: 2Whose hairs are psalms, whose heart is called the Yajus, whose...
Book 5. Hymn 2. A Glorification Of Indra : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a155 HYMN II A Glorification Of Indra 1In all the worlds That was the best and highest whence sprang the Mighty One of splendid valour. As soon as born he overcomes his foemen, when those rejoice in him who bring him succour. 2Grown...
Book 20. Hymn 142. Hymn To Dawn And The Asvins : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXLII Hymn To Dawn And The Asvins 1Together with the Goddess, with the Asvins' Speech have I awoke. Thou, Goddess, hast disclosed the hymn and holy gift from mortal men. 2Awake the Asvins, Goddess Dawn! Up, mighty Lady of Sweet...
Book 6. Hymn 125. Glorification Of A War Chariot : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXV Glorification Of A War-chariot 1Mayst thou, O Tree, be firm indeed in body, our friend that furthers us, a goodly hero. Put forth thy strength, compact with thongs of leather, and let thy rider win all spoils of battle. 2Its...
Book 20. Hymn 137. A Composite Hymn In Praise : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 373 HYMN CXXXVII A Composite Hymn In Praise Of Indra 1When, foul with secret spot and stain, ye hastened onward to the breast. All Indra's enemies were slain and passed away like froth and foam. 2Indra is he, O men, who gives us...
Book 6. Hymn 93. A Prayer For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCIII A Prayer For Protection From Poison 1Yama, Death direly fatal, the Destroyer, with his black crest, Sarva the tawny archer, And all the Gods uprisen with their army, may these on every side avoid our heroes. 2With mind...
Book 4. Hymn 1. Cosmogonical And Mystico : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a104 BOOK IV HYMN I Cosmogonical And Mystico-theological Doctrine 1Eastward at first the prayer was generated: Vena disclosed bright flashes from the summit, Disclosed his deepest, nearest revelations, womb of the non- existent...
Book 1. Book 1 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book I TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: A prayer to Vchaspati for divine illumination and help. Hymn 2: A charm against dysentery Hymn 3: A charm against constipation and suppression of urine Hymn 4: To the waters, for the prosperity of cattle Hymn 5:...
Book 4. Hymn 14. Accompanying The Sacrifice : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a120 HYMN XIV Accompanying The Sacrifice Of A He-goat 1The Goat was verily produced from Agni. Through sorrow he beheld, at first, his father. Through him at first the Gods attained to godhead, and, meet for sacrifices, were exalted...
Book 6. Hymn 14. A Charm Against Consumption : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a205 HYMN XIV A Charm Against Consumption 1Remove thou all Decline that lurks within the members and the joints, The firmly-settled heart-disease that racks the bones and rends the limbs. 2From the consumptive man I pluck Decline...
Book 6. Hymn 83. A Charm Against Sores : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXXIII A Charm Against Sores And Pustules (apachitas) 1Hence, Sores and Pustules, fly away even as the eagle from his home. Let Srya bring a remedy, the Moon shine forth and banish you. 2One bright with variegated tints, one...
Book 7. Hymn 118. A Benediction On A Warrior : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXVIII A Benediction On A Warrior 1Thy vital parts I cover with thine armour: with immortality King Soma clothe thee! Varuna give thee what is more than ample, and in thy triumph let the Gods be joyful.
Book 7. Hymn 5. A Glorification Of Sacrifice : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN V A Glorification Of Sacrifice 1The Gods adored the Sacrifice with worship: these were the statutes of primeval ages. Those mighty ones attained the cope of heaven, there where the Sdhyas, Gods of old, are dwelling. 2Sacrifice w...
Book 7. Hymn 22. To Savitar, Or Yama Invested : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXII To Savitar, Or Yama Invested With Savitar's Attributes 1Unto a thousand sages he hath given sight: thought, light is he in ranging all. 2The Bright One hath sent forth the Dawns, a closely gathered band, Immaculate, unanimous...
Book 19. Hymn 47. A Hymn To Night For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLVII A Hymn To Night For Protection From Fiends, Robbers, Snakes And Wolves 1Night! the terrestrial realm hath been filled with the Father's power and might. Thou spreadest forth on high unto the seats of Heaven: dark- ness th...
Book 10. Hymn 1. A Charm Against Witchcraft : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 1 BOOK X HYMN I A Charm Against Witchcraft 1Afar let her depart: away we drive her whom, made with hands, all-beautiful, Skilled men prepare and fashion like a bride amid her nuptial train. 2Complete, with head and nose and ears...
Book 20. Hymn 127. A Hymn In Praise : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 363 HYMN CXXVII A Hymn In Praise Of The Good Government Of King Kaurama 1Listen to this, ye men, a laud of glorious bounty shall be sung. Thousands sixty, and ninety we, O Kaurama, among the Rusamas have received. 2Camels twice-ten...
Book 6. Hymn 73. A King's Charm To Conciliate : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXIII A King's Charm To Conciliate His Discontented Kinsmen 1Let Varuna come hither, Soma, Agni, Brihaspati come hither with the Vasus! Unanimous, ye kinsmen, come united, come to the glory of this mighty guardian. 2...
Book 6. Hymn 46. A Charm Against Evil Dreams : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLVI A Charm Against Evil Dreams 1Thou, neither quick nor dead, O Sleep, art fraught with Amrit of the Gods. Thy name is Araru: thy sire is Yama; Varunni bare thee. 2We know thy birth, O Sleep, thou art son of the sisters...
Book 15. Hymn 3 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN III 1For a whole year he stood erect. The Gods said unto him, Why standest thou, O Vrtya? He answered and said, Let them bring my couch. 3They brought the couch for that Vrtya. 4Two of its feet were Summer and Spring, and two were...
Book 7. Hymn 37. A Nuptial Charm To Be Spoken : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXVII A Nuptial Charm To Be Spoken By The Bride 1With this my robe, inherited from Manu, I envelop thee, So that thou mayst be all mine own and give no thought to other dames.
Book 6. Hymn 64. To Promote Unanimity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a230 HYMN LXIV To Promote Unanimity In An Assembly 1Agree and be united: let your minds be all of one accord, Even as the Gods of ancient days, unanimous, await their share. 2The rede is common, common the assembly, common the law...
Book 20. Hymn 6 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VI 1Thee, Indra, we invoke, the Bull, what time the Soma is ex- pressed. So drink thou of the savoury juice. p. 268 2Indra, whom many laud, accept the strength-confering Soma juice. Quaff, pour down drink that satisfies. 3Indr...
Book 9. Hymn 8. A Charm For The Cure Of Various : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a379 HYMN VIII A Charm For The Cure Of Various Diseases Connected With Consumption 1Each pain and ache that racks the head, earache, and erysipelas,. All malady that wrings thy brow we charm away with this our spell. 2From both...
Book 20. Hymn 40 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XL 1Mayest thou verily be seen coming by fearless Indra's side: Both joyous: equal in your sheen. 2With Indra's well-beloved hosts, the blameless, hastening to heaven, The sacrificer cries aloud. 3Thereafter they, as is their wont...
Book 19. Hymn 14. A Hymn After Victory : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XIV A Hymn After Victory 1I have attained this goodliest place to rest in. Both Heaven and, Earth have shown me grace and favour. Without a foe for me be all the regions! We hate thee not. May we have peace and safety.
Book 7. Hymn 66. A Prayer To Vak : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXVI A Prayer To Vk 1If 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 again approach us.
Book 4. Hymn 6. A Charm To Make A Poisoned : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a110 HYMN VI A Charm To Make A Poisoned Arrow Harmless 1The Brhman first was brought to life ten-headed and with faces ten. First drinker of the Soma, he made poison ineffectual. 2Far as the heavens and earth are spread in compass...
Book 20. Hymn 44 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLIV 1Praise Indra whom our songs must laud, great Sovran of man- kind, the Chief Most liberal who controlleth men. 2In whom the hymns of praise delight, and all the glory-giving songs, Like the flood's longing for the sea. p. 303...
Book 19. Hymn 11. A Continuation Of Hymn 10 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 222 HYMN XI A Continuation Of Hymn 10 1May the great Lords of Truth protect and aid us: blest to us be our horses and our cattle. Kind be the pious, skilful-handed Ribhus, kind be the Fathers at our invocations 2Kind to us be...
Book 20. Hymn 2 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN II 1Let the Maruts drink Trishtups from the Potar's cup, according to the season Soma from heaven. 2Let Agni from the Kindler's cup drink Trishtups, according to the season Soma from heaven. 3Let Indra the Brhman from the Brhman's...
Book 5. Hymn 15. A Charm For General Prosperity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XV A Charm For General Prosperity 1Plant! I have those who shall avert the threatened danger, ten and one. p. a173 O sacred Plant, produced aright! make sweetness, sweet thy self, for me. 2Twenty and two, O Plant, have I who shall...
Book 19. Hymn 58. A Prayer For Prosperity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 259 HYMN LVIII A Prayer For Prosperity, Accompanying A Sacrifice 1Still equal be the flow of butter ever causing the Year to prosper with oblation. Still be our hearing, sight, and breath uninjured: let us lose nothing of our life...
Book 1. Hymn 34. A Young Man's Love Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXIV A Young Man's Love-charm 01. From honey sprang this Plant to life; with honey now we dig thee up. Make us as sweet as honey, for from honey hast thou been pro- duced. 2My tongue hath honey at the tip, and sweetest honey...
Book 6. Hymn 13. Homage To Death : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XIII Homage To Death 1Worship to weapons of the Gods! worship to weapons of the Kings! Then worship to the people's arms! worship, O Death, be paid to thee! 2Let worship be to thy defence and to thine accusation paid. Death! be...
Book 7. Hymn 112. A Prayer For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a319 HYMN CXII A Prayer For Protection And Freedom From Sin 1Radiant with light are Heaven and Earth, whose grace is nigh, whose sway is vast. Seven Goddesses have flowed to us: may they deliver us from woe; 2Release me...
Book 19. Hymn 23. A Prose Hymn Of Homage : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIII A Prose Hymn Of Homage To Various Portions Of The Atharva-vada Classed According To The Number Of Verses Which Their Hymns Contain 1Hail to the four-verse strophes of the Atharvanas! 2Hail to the five-versed! p. 230 3Hail...
Book 19. Hymn 16. A Prayer For Security : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XVI A Prayer For Security From Danger 1Peace hath been given us from the east, and from the west security. Savitar guard me from the south, and from the north the Lord of Might. 2May the dityas from the sky protect me, Agni...
Book 15. Hymn 7 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VII 1He, having become moving majesty, went to the ends of the earth. He became the sea. p. 155 2Prajpati and Parameshthin and the Father and the Great Father and the Waters and Faith, turned into rain, followed him. 3The Waters...
Book 20. Hymn 131 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXXI 1He minishes, he splits in twain: crush it and let it be destroyed. p. 369 3, 4Varuna with the Vasus goes: the Wind-God hath a hundred reins. 5, 6A hundred golden steeds hath he, a hundred chariots wrought of gold. 7, 8...
Book 6. Hymn 59. A Charm To Protect Cattle And Men : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LIX A Charm To Protect Cattle And Men 1First, O Arundhat, protect our oxen and milky kine: Protect each one that is infirm, each quadruped that yields no milk. 2Let the Plant give us sheltering aid, Arundhat allied with Gods;...
Book 19. Hymn 51. A Sacrificial Formula : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LI A Sacrificial Formula 1Undisturbed am I, undisturbed is my soul, undisturbed mine eye, undisturbed mine ear, undisturbed is mine in-breathing, undisturbed mine out-breathing, undisturbed my diffusive- breath, undisturbed...
Book 6. Hymn 39. A Priest's Prayer For Power : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXIX A Priest's Prayer For Power And Glory 1Let sacrifice, like fame, thrive sped by Indra, inspired, well- ordered, with a thousand powers. To highest rank raise me who bring oblation, me who move forth to far-extended visi...
Book 2. Hymn 25. A Charm Against Fiends Who : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXV A Charm Against Fiends Who Cause Abortion 1The Goddess Prisniparni hath blest us, and troubled Nirriti. Fierce crusher of the Kanvas she: her have I gained, the mighty one. 2Victorious in the olden time this Prisniparni w...
Book 19. Hymn 9. A Prayer For General Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 219 HYMN IX A Prayer For General Protection And Prosperity 1Gentle be heaven, gentle be earth, gentle this spacious, atmosphere. Gentle be waters as they flow, gentle to us be plants and herbs! 2Gentle be signs of coming change...
Book 2. Hymn 17. A Prayer To An Amulet : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XVII A Prayer To An Amulet For Health And Strength 1Power art thou, give me power. All hail! 2Might art thou, give me might. All hail! 3Strength art thou, give me strength. All hail! 4Life art thou, give me life. All hail! 5Ear...
Book 6. Hymn 1. In Praise Of Savitar : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a199 BOOK VI HYMN I In Praise Of Savitar 1Sing, Atharvana, at eve, sing loudly, bring a splendid present: hymn God Savitar with praises. 2Yea, praise him whose home is in the river, Son of Truth, the youthful, gracious friend whose...
Book 7. Hymn 72. An Invitation To Indra : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXII An Invitation To Indra 1Rise up and look upon the share of Indra fixt by ritual use. Whether ye poured libation dressed or took delight in it un- cooked. 2Libation is prepared. Come to us, Indra: the Sun hath travelled over...
Book 20. Hymn 19 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 279 HYMN XIX 1O Indra, for the strength that slays the foe and conquers in the fight We turn thee hitherward to us. 2O Indra, Lord of Hundred Powers, may those who praise thee hitherward. Direct thy spirit and thine eye. 3O Indr...
Book 4. Hymn 12. A Charm To Mend A Broken Bone : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a118 HYMN XII A Charm To Mend A Broken Bone 1Thou art the healer, making whole, the healer of the broken bone: Make thou this whole, Arundhat! 2Whatever bone of thine within thy body hath been wrenched or cracked, May Dhtar set it...
Book 6. Hymn 106. A Charm To Protect A House : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CVI A Charm To Protect A House From Fire 1Let flowery Drv grass grow up about thine exit and approach. There let a spring of water rise, or lake with blooming lotuses. 2This is the place where waters meet, here is the gathering...
Book 6. Hymn 131. A Woman's Love Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a263 HYMN CXXXI A Woman's Love-charm 1Down upon thee, from head to foot, I draw the pangs of long- ing love. Send forth the charm, ye Deities! Let him consume with love of me. 2Assent to this, O Heavenly Grace! Celestial Purpose...
Book 7. Hymn 13. A Charm To Win Superiority : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a276 HYMN XIII A Charm To Win Superiority Over Foes And Rivals 1As the Sun, rising, taketh to himself the brightness of the stars,. So I assume the glory of women and men mine enemies. All ye amang my rivals who behold me as I come...
Book 6. Hymn 129. A Charm For Success : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a262 HYMN CXXIX A Charm For Success And Happiness 1With fortune of the Sisu tree--with Indra as my friend to aid I give myself a happy fate. Fly and begone, Malignities! 2That splendour and felicity wherewith thou hast excelled...
Book 1. Hymn 7. To Indra And Agni : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VII To Indra And Agni, For The Detection And Destruction Of Evil Spirits 1Bring the Kimidin hither, bring the Ytudhna self-declared For Agni, God, thou, lauded, hast become the Dasyu's slaughterer. 2O Jtavedas, Lord Supreme...
Book 2. Hymn 19. A Prayer To Agni For Aid : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XIX A Prayer To Agni For Aid Against An Enemy 1Burn thou, O Agni, with that heat of thine against the man who hates us, whom we hate. 2Flame thou, O Agni, with that flame of thine against the man who hates us, whom we hate. 3Shine...
Book 7. Hymn 97. Sacrificial Formulas : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XCVII Sacrificial Formulas 1As we have here elected thee, skilled Hotar! to-day as this our sacrifice proceedeth, Come to the firm place, mightiest! yea, come firmly. Knowing the sacrifice, approach the Soma. 2With kine connect us...
Book 20. Hymn 125 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXV 1Drive all our enemies away, O Indra, the western, mighty Con- queror, and the eastern, Hero, drive off our northern foes and southern, that we in thy wide shelter may be joyful. 2What then? As men whose fields are full...
Book 20. Hymn 13 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 273 HYMN XIII 1Lords of great wealth, Brihaspati and Indra, rejoicing at this sacrifice drink Soma. Let the abundant drops sink deep within you: vouchsafe us riches with full store of heroes. 2Let your swift-gliding coursers bear...
Book 7. Hymn 34. A Prayer For Freedom : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXIV A Prayer For Freedom From Sin And The Overthrow Of Enemies 1Agni, drive off my rivals born and living, repel those yet unborn, O Jtavedas. Cast down beneath my feet mine adversaries. In Aditi's regard may we be sinless.
Book 19. Hymn 71. A Hymn, Accompanying Libations : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LXXI A Hymn, Accompanying Libations, For Wealth And Prosperity 1Let my libations, giving boons, adoring, further the Twice-born's song that honours Soma. Go ye to Brahma's world having enriched me with life and breath, with...
Book 19. Hymn 61. A Prayer For Long Life : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 261 HYMN LXI A Prayer For Long Life Prosperity And Final Happiness In Heaven 1May my self remain in my body: may I enjoy the full time of life, Rest thee pleasantly: pour forth abundance, purifying thyself in Svarga.
Book 5. Hymn 6. A Prayer For Protecti : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VI A Prayer For Protection And Prosperity 1Eastward at first the prayer was generated: Vena disclosed bright flashes from the summit, p. a161 Disclosed his deepest nearest revelations, womb of the non- existent and existent. 2None...
Book 9. Hymn 10. Continuation Of Hymn 9 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a386 HYMN X Continuation Of Hymn 9 1How on the Gyatri the Gyatri was based; how from the Trishtup they fashioned the Trishtup forth: How on the Jagat was based the Jagat--they who know this have won themselves immortal life. 2With...
Book 1. Hymn 23. A Charm Against Leprosy : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIII A Charm Against Leprosy 1O Plant, thou sprangest up at night, dusky, dark-coloured, black in hue! p. a22 So, Rajani, re-colour thou these ashy spots, this leprosy. 2Expel the leprosy, remove from him the spots and ashy hue:...
Book 7. Hymn 42. A Prayer For Delivery : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLII A Prayer For Delivery From Sin And Sickness 1Scatter and drive away, Soma and Rudra, the sickness that hath come within our dwelling, p. a287 Afar into the distance chase Destruction, and even from commit- ted sin release us...
Book 6. Hymn 105. A Charm To Cure Cough : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a249 HYMN CV A Charm To Cure Cough 1Rapidly as the fancy flies forth with conceptions of the mind. So following the fancy's flight, O Cough, flee rapidly away. 2Rapidly as an arrow flies away with keenly-sharpened point, So swiftly...
Book 10. Hymn 7. Skambha, The Pillar Or Fulcrum : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VII Skambha, The Pillar Or Fulcrum Of All Existence 1Which of his members is the seat of Fervour: Which is the base of Ceremonial Order? p. 21 Where in him standeth Faith? Where Holy Duty? Where, in what part of him is truth...
Book 3. Hymn 6. Address To An Amulet Which : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a71 HYMN VI Address To An Amulet Which Is To Secure The Defeat Of The Wearer's Enemies 1Masculine springs from masculine, Asvattha grows from Kha- dira, May it destroy mine enemies, who hate me and whom I detest. 2Crush down my foes...
Book 4. Hymn 23. Magnification Of Agni : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a132 HYMN XXIII Magnification Of Agni And Prayer For His Protection 1I fix my heart on wise and ancient Agni, the Five Tribes' Lord, in many a place enkindled. We seek him who hath entered all our houses. May he deliver us...
Book 18. Hymn 2. A Funeral Hymn, Taken Mainly : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 184 HYMN II A Funeral Hymn, Taken Mainly From The Rigveda 1For Yama Soma juice flows clear, to Yama is oblation paid. To Yama sacrifice prepared, and heralded by Agni, goes. 2Offer to Yama sacrifice most sweet in savour and draw...
Book 3. Hymn 29. On The Means To Obtain Immunity : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a100 HYMN XXIX On The Means To Obtain Immunity From Taxation In The Next World 1When yonder kings who sit beside Yama divide among them- selves the sixteenth part of hopes fulfilled, A ram bestowed as sacrifice, white-footed, frees...
Book 4. Hymn 29. A Hymn To Mitra Varuna : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIX A Hymn To Mitra-Varuna 1You twain, O Mitra, Varuna, I honour, Lawstrengtheners, wise, who drive away oppressors. Ye who protect the truthful in his battles, deliver us, ye twain, from grief and trouble. p. a138 2Ye the wise...
Book 7. Hymn 84. A Prayer For Protection : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a309 HYMN LXXXIV A Prayer For Protection 1Holder of sway, shine here refulgent, Agni! invincible immortal Jtavedas. With succours friendly to mankind, auspicious, driving away all maladies, guard our dwelling. 2Thou, Indra, lord...
Book 11. Hymn 7. A Glorification Of The Uchchhisht : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 61 HYMN VII A Glorification Of The Uchchhishta Or Residue Of Sacrifice 1The Residue of Sacrifice containeth name, and from, and world: Indra and Agni and the whole universe are comprised therein. 2The Residue of Sacrifice holdeth...
Book 20. Hymn 50 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 307 HYMN L 1What newest of imploring hymns shall, then, the zealous mortal sing? For have not they who laud his might and Indra-power won for themselves the light of heaven? 2When shall they keep the Law and praise thee mid...
Book 5. Hymn 1. A Glorification Of Trit : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a152 p. a153 BOOK V HYMN I A Glorification Of Trita And Varuna 1He who with special plans and deathless spirit, waxing, well- born, hath come unto his birth-place, As he who shines upholds the days, thus Trita, of pure life, bears...
Book 7. Hymn 33. A Prayer For Long Life : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXIII A Prayer For Long Life, Children, And Riches 1Let Pshan, let the Maruts, let Brihaspati pour forth on me; This present Agni pour on me children and riches in a stream! May he bestow long life on me.
Book 20. Hymn 8 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 269 HYMN VIII 1Drink as of old, and let the draught delight thee: hear thou my prayer and let our songs exalt thee. Make the Sun visible, make food abundant: slaughter the foes,. pierce through and free the cattle. 2Come to us; they...
Book 7. Hymn 39. A Sacrificial Charm : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXIX A Sacrificial Charm For Rain And Prosperity 1May he establish in our home the master of riches, gladdening with rain in season, Mighty, strong-winged, celestial, dropping moisture, Bull of the plants and embryo of waters.
Book 4. Hymn 25. A Hymn Of Prayer And Praise : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a134 HYMN XXV A Hymn Of Prayer And Praise To Vyu And Savitar 1I think on Vyu's and Savitar's holy rites, ye twain who penetrate and guard the living world: Ye who have come to be this All's pervaders, deliver us, ye two from grief...
Book 5. Hymn 21. A Hymn To The War Drum : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXI A Hymn To The War-drum And Various Deities For Victory 1Speak to our enemies, O Drum, discouragement and wild dismay. We bring upon our foemen fear and discord and discomfiture. Drum! drive these enemies away. 2When...
Book 18. Book 18 : * THE HYMNS OF THE ATHARVAVEDA Book XVIII TR. BY RALPH T.H. GRIFFITH [1895-6] Hymn 1: An accompaniment to funeral ceremonies and sacrificial offerings to ancestral spirits Hymn 2: A funeral hymn, taken mainly from the Rigveda Hymn 3: A funeral hymn, taken partly from the Rigveda Hymn 4: A funeral...
Book 6. Hymn 19. A Prayer For Purification : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XIX A Prayer For Purification 1Let the Gods purify me, let men purify me with a prayer. Cleanse me all creatures that exist! may Pavamna make me pure. 2May Pavamna make me pure for wisdom and for power and life, and unassailed...
Book 19. Hymn 46. A Charm Accompanying Investiture : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLVI A Charm Accompanying Investiture With An Amulet That Ensures Safety And Victory 1For manly strength Prajpati bound thee on first, invincible. This for long life on thee I bind for splendour, strength, and energy. Invincible...
Book 5. Hymn 29. A Charm For The Destructi : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXIX A Charm For The Destruction Of Malignant Goblins 1Made ready in the east drive forth, take notice of what is hap- pening here, omniscient Agni! p. a193 Thou bringest medicine and healest sickness: through thee may we w...
Book 8. Hymn 10. A Glorification Of The Mystical : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a350 HYMN X A Glorification Of The Mystical Abstraction Virj 1Viraj at first was This. At birth all feared her; the thought, She will become this All, struck terror. 2She rose, the Grhapatya fire she entered. He who knows this...
Book 7. Hymn 57. A Charm For Some Physical : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LVII A Charm For Some Physical Disorder 1Whatever trouble hath disturbed and shaken me--I speak with hope, I move, imploring, 'mid the folk What harm my body in myself hath suffered, now let Sarasvati relieve with fatness. 2Seven...
Book 19. Hymn 35. A Similar Charm Addressed : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XXXV A Similar Charm Addressed To The Same 1While their lips uttered Indra's name the Rishis gave us Jangida.. Which in the earliest time Gods made a remedy, Vishkandha's- cure. 2So may this Jangida guard us, even as a treasurer...
Book 4. Hymn 8. A Benediction At The Consecrati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. a112 HYMN VIII A Benediction At The Consecration Of A King 1The Being lays the sap of life in beings: he hath become the sovran Lord of creatures. Death comes to this man's royal consecration: let him as King own and allow this...
Book 7. Hymn 46. A Charm For Offspring : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN XLVI A Charm For Offspring And Prosperity 1O broad-tressed Sinivli, thou who art the sister of the Gods, Accept the offered sacrifice, and, Goddess, grant us progeny. 2Present the sacrifice to her, to Sinivli, Queen of men...
Book 20. Hymn 54 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN LIV 1Of one accord they made and formed for kingship Indra, the Hero who in all encounters overcometh, Most eminent for power, destroyer in the conflict, fierce and exceeding strong, stalwart and full of vigour. 2Bards joined...
Book 15. Hymn 9 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN IX 1He went away to the people. 2Meeting and Assembly and Army and Wine followed him. 3He who hath this knowledge becomes the dear home of Meeting, Assembly, Army, and Wine.
Book 10. Hymn 6. The Glorificati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 17 HYMN VI The Glorification Of An All-powerful Amulet 1With power I cut away the head of my malignant rival, of mine evil-hearted enemy. 2This Amulet of citron-wood shall make for me a trusty shield Filled with the mingled beverage...
Book 6. Hymn 6. A Prayer To Brahmanaspati : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VI A Prayer To Brhmanaspati For Protection From Wicked Men 1The godless man whoever plots against us, Brhmanaspati, Thou shalt give up as prey to me the worshipper who pour the juice. 2If, Soma, any spiteful man hath aimed at us...
Book 19. Hymn 7. A Prayer To The Lunar Mansions : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN VII A Prayer To The Lunar Mansions And Other Powers For Protection And Prosperity 1The brilliant lights shining in heaven together, which through the world glide on with rapid motion. And Days, and Firmament with songs I worship...
Book 20. Hymn 17 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], p. 277 HYMN XVII I. In perfect unison all yearning hymns of mine that find the light of heaven have sung forth Indra's praise. As wives embrace their lord, the comely bridegroom, so they compass Maghavan about that he may help...
Book 20. Hymn 121 : * "Hymns of the Atharva Veda", by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895], HYMN CXXI 1Over the three great distances, past the Five Peoples go thy way, O Indra, noticing our voice. 2Send forth thy ray like Srya: let my songs attract thee hither- ward. Like waters gathering to the vale.
