Sama Veda

FIRST PART

BOOK IV

Chapter II

Decade V Indra

1

When Somas flow thou makest pure, Indra, thy mind that merits laud
For gain of strength that ever grows: for great is he.

2

Sing forth to him whom many men invoke, to him whom many laud:
Invite the potent Indra with your songs of praise

3

We sing this strong and wild delight of thine which conquer; in the fray,
Which, Caster of the Stone! gives room and shines like gold,

4

Whether thou drink the Soma by Vishnu's or Trita Aptya's side,
Or with the Maruts, Indra! quaff the following drops.

5

Come, priest, and of the savoury juice pour forth a yet more gladdening draught:
So is the hero praised who ever prospers us.

6

Pour out the drops for Indra; let him drink the meath of Soma juice!
He through his majesty sends forth his bounteous gifts.

7

Come, sing we praise to Indra, friends! the hero who deserves the laud,
Him who with none to aid o'ercomes all tribes of men.

8

Sing ye a psalm to Indra, sing a great song to the lofty Sage,
To him who maketh prayer, inspired who loveth laud!

9

He who alone bestoweth wealth on mortal man who offereth gifts
Is Indra only, potent Lord whom none resist.

10

Companions, let us learn a prayer to Indra, to the Thunderer,
To glorify your bold and most heroic friend!