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

HYMN 97

Rishi: KUTSA Deity: AGNI

1. O Agni, may our sin wither in lament; shine thou wealth on us.

May our sin wither in lament.

2. For happy fields, for safe paths, for wealth, we worship thee.

May our sin wither in lament.

3. Most auspicious⁵³

May our sin wither in lament.

4. As thy worshippers become wise ones, may we, thine, O Agni, become likewise.

May our sin wither in lament.

5. As the conquering lustres of Agni go to every side, may our sin wither in lament.

6. To every side thy face is turned; thou art our guardian everywhere.

May our sin wither in lament.

7. O thou who facest all sides, take us beyond the foes as over the river.

May our sin wither in lament.

8. Do thou convey us beyond, as in a ship, for our welfare.

May our sin wither in lament.