|
1. THIS stream Sarasvati with
fostering current comes forth, our sure defence, our fort of iron.
As on a car, the flood flows on, surpassing in
majesty and might all other waters.
2 Pure in her course from
mountains to the ocean, alone of streams Sarasvati hath listened.
Thinking of wealth and the great world of
creatures, she poured for Nahusa her milk and fatness.
3 Friendly to man he grew
among the women, a strong young Steer amid the Holy Ladies.
He gives the fleet steed to our wealthy
princes, and decks their bodies for success in battle.
4 May this Sarasvati be
pleased and listen at this our sacrifice, auspicious Lady,
When we with reverence, on our knees, implore
her close-knit to wealth, most kind to those she loveth.
5 These offerings have ye made
with adoration: say this, Sarasvati, and accept our praises;
And, placing us under thy dear protection, may
we approach thee, as a tree, for shelter.
6 For thee, O Blest Sarasvati,
Vasistha hath here unbarred the doors d sacred Order.
Wax, Bright One, and give strength to him who
lauds thee. Preserve us evermore, ye Gods, with blessings.
|