HYMN V. Indra. 1 O COME ye hither, sit ye down: to Indra sing ye forth, your song, companions, bringing hymns of praise. 2 To him the richest of the rich, the Lord of treasures excellent, Indra, with Soma juice outpoured. 3 May he stand by us in our need and in abundance for our…
HYMN IV. Indra As a good cow to him who milks, we call the doer of fair deeds, To our assistance day by day. Come thou to our libations, drink of Soma; Soma-drinker thou! The rich One’s rapture giveth kine. So may we be acquainted with thine innermost benevolence: Neglect us not, come hitherward. Go…
HYMN III. Aśvins YE Aśvins, rich in treasure, Lords of splendour, having nimble hands, Accept the sacrificial food. Ye Aśvins, rich in wondrous deeds, ye heroes worthy of our praise, Accept our songs with mighty thought. Nāsatyas, wonder-workers, yours are these libations with clipt grass: Come ye whose paths are red with flame. O Indra…
Vāyu: God of Air, Wind, and Breath In the vast tapestry of Hindu mythology, Vāyu, also known as Vata and Pavana, emerges as a deity of profound significance, reigning over the domains of air, wind, and breath. This article aims to delve into the rich tapestry of Vāyu’s mythology, exploring the intricate facets of his…
WHO IS AGNI ? Agni: The Divine Fire-God of Hinduism In the rich tapestry of Hindu mythology, there exists a deity whose significance rivals that of even the mighty Indra. This deity is none other than Agni, the fire-god, whose name in Sanskrit, “Agni,” quite fittingly translates to “Fire.” Embarking on a journey through the…
