Rig Veda

Mandal - 10 (Part - 10)

HYMN 118 Agni

1

AGNI, refulgent among men thou slayest the devouring fiend,
Bright Ruler in thine own abode.

2

Thou springest up when worshipped well the drops of butter are thy joy
When ladies are brought near to thee.

3

Honoured with gifts he shines afar, Agni adorable with song:
The dripping ladle balms his face.

4

Agni with honey in his mouth, honoured with gifts, is balmed with oil,
Refulgent in his wealth of light.

5

Praised by our hymns thou kindlest thee, Oblation-bearer, for the Gods
As such do mortals call on thee.

6

To that Immortal Agni pay worship with oil, ye mortal men,-
Lord of the house, whom none deceives.

7

O Agni, burn the Raksasas with thine unconquerable flame
Shine guardian of Eternal Law.

8

So, Agni, with thy glowing face burn fierce against the female fiends,
Shining among Uruksayas.

9

Uruksayas have kindled thee, Oblation-bearer, thee, with hymns.
Best Worshipper among mankind.