HYMN XXII. Agni.

1. LIKE Atri, Visvasaman! sing to him of purifying light,

Who must be praised in holy rites, the Priest most welcome in the house.

2 Set Jatavedas in his place, Agni the God and Minister.

Let sacrifice proceed to-day duly, comprising all the Gods.

3 All mortals come to thee for aid, the God of most observant mind.

Of thine excelling favour we bethink us as we long for it.

4 Mark with attention this our speech, O Agni, thou victorious One.

Thee, Strong-jawed! as the homestead's Lord, the Atris with their lauds exalt, the Atris beautify with songs.