Rig Veda

Mandal - 5 (Part - 5)

HYMN 28 Agni

1

AGNI inflamed hath sent to heaven his lustre: he shines forth widely turning unto Morning.
Eastward the ladle goes that brings all blessing, praising the Godswith homage and oblation.

2

Enkindled, thou art King of the immortal world: him who brings offerings thou attendest for his
weal.
He whom thou urgest on makes all possessions his: he sets before thee, Agni, gifts that guests may claim.

3

Show thyself strong for mighty bliss, O Agni, most excellent be thine effulgent splendours.
Make easy to maintain our household lordship, and overcome the might of those who hate us.

4

Thy glory, Agni, I adore, kindled, exalted in thy strength.
A Steer of brilliant splendour, thou art lighted well at sacred rites.

5

Agni, invoked and kindled, serve the Gods, thou skilled in sacrifice:
For thou art bearer of our gifts.

6

Invoke and worship Agni while the sacrificial rite proceeds:
For offering-bearer choose ye him.