Rig Veda

Mandal - 2 (Part - 2)

HYMN 6 Agni

1

AGNI, accept this flaming brand, this waiting with my prayer on thee:
Hear graciously these songs of praise.

2

With this hymn let us honour thee, seeker of horses, Son of Strength,
With this fair hymn, thou nobly born.

3

As such, lover of song, with songs, wealth-lover, giver of our wealth!
With reverence let us worship thee.

4

Be thou for us a liberal Prince, giver and Lord of precious things.
Drive those who hate us far away.

5

Such as thou art, give rain from heaven, give strength which no man may resist:
Give food exceeding plentiful.

6

To him who lauds thee, craving help, most youthful envoy! through our song,
Most holy Herald! come thou nigh.

7

Between both races, Agni, Sage, well skilled thou passest to and fro,
As envoy friendly to mankind.

8

Befriend us thou as knowing all. Sage, duly worship thou the Gods,
And seat thee on this sacred grass.