Book 20. Hymn 44

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"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

3Him I invite with eulogy, best King, effective in the fight,

Strong for the gain of mighty spoil.