Translations of Rig Veda Suktas 33-121 by M.P. Pandit

HYMN 96

Rishi : KUTSA Deity: AGNI

1. Strength-born, as though ancient, straight he effects all the works of the Seer. The Waters and understanding make him friendly.

The Gods held the wealth-bestowing Agni.

2. At Ayu’s ancient call, he created the progeny of the Manus by his seer-wisdom. He pervades Heaven and Waters with his refulgent splendour.

The Gods held the wealth-bestowing Agni.

3. Praise him, ye men approaching Agni, the first (among the Gods), performer of the sacrifice, gratified by offerings, propitiated by lauds, son of Strength, sustainer, continual giver.

The Gods held the wealth-bestowing Agni.

4. May he, dweller in the firmament, nourisher sought by many, obtainer of Heaven, protector of men, begetter of Heaven and Earth, make path for our progeny.

The Gods held the wealth-bestowing Agni.

5. Night and Day, mutually effacing their colours, together suckle one Infant; radiant, he shines between Earth and Heaven.

The Gods held the wealth-bestowing Agni.

6. Root of wealth, gatherer of riches, banner of sacrifice, fulfiller of wishes, waxing, - him, the Gods, guarding their immortality, held, the wealth-bestowing Agni.

7. Abode of riches, now and before, home of all that has been and will be, guardian of all existence, him the Gods held, the wealth-bestowing Agni.

8. May the wealth-bestower give us portion of the fleeting wealth; may the wealth-bestower give portion of what is enjoyable; may the wealth-bestower give heroic power; may the wealth-bestower give us long life.

9. O Agni, purifier, growing with our fuel, blaze for our riches-laden Hearing. May it be preserved for us by Mitra, Varuna, Aditi, Ocean, Earth and Heaven.