HYMN X. Agni.

I. This day with praises, Agni, we bring thee that which thou lovest.

Right judgment, like a horse, with our devotions.

2 For thou hast ever been the Car-driver, Agni, of noble

Strength, lofty sacrifice, and rightful judgment.

3 Through these our praises come thou to meet us, bright as the sunlight,

O Agni, well disposed, with all thine aspects.

4 Now may we serve thee singing these lauds this day to thee, Agni.

Loud as the voice of Heaven thy blasts are roaring.

5 just at this time of the day and the night thy look is the sweetest .

It shineth near us even as gold for glory.

6 Spotless thy body, brilliant as gold, like clarified butter:

This gleams like gold on thee, O Self. dependent.

7 All hate and mischief, yea, if committed, Agni, thou turnest,

Holy One, from the man who rightly worships.

8 Agni, with you Gods, prosperous be our friendships and kinships.

Be this our bond here by this place, thine al tar.