Rig Veda

Mandal - 9 (Part - 9)

HYMN 7 Soma Pavamana

1

FORTH on their way the glorious drops have flowed for maintenance of Law,
Knowing this sacrifice's course.

2

Down in the mighty waters sinks the stream of meath, most excellent,
Oblation best of all in worth.

3

About the holy place, the Steer true, guileless, noblest, hath sent forth
Continuous voices in the wood.

4

When, clothed in manly strength, the Sage flows in celestial wisdom round,
The Strong would win the light of heaven.

5

When purified, he sits as King above the hosts, among his folk,
What time the sages bring him nigh.

6

Dear, golden-coloured, in the fleece he sinks and settles in the wood:
The Singer shows his zeal in hymns.

7

He goes to Indra, Vayu, to the Asvins, as his custom is,
With gladdening juice which gives them joy.

8

Tle streams of pleasant Soma flow to Bhaga, Mitra-Varuna,-
Well-knowing through his mighty powers.
Heaven and Earth, riches of meath to win us wealth:
Gain for us treasures and renown.