Sama Veda

SECOND PART

BOOK VIII

Chapter I

HYMN 7 Agni

1

With homage will I reverence thee, Agni, like a long-tailed steed,
Imperial Lord of holy rites.

2

May the far-striding Son of Strength, our friend who brings felicity,
Who pours his gifts like rain, be ours

3

From near and far away do thou, the everlasting, evermore
Protect us from the sinful man!