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Atharva Veda 6.55: A prayer for general protection and prosperity
Translated by Ralph T. H. Griffith (1895–96) · From The Hymns of the Atharva-Veda (1895–96)
Of all the many God-frequented pathways that traverse realms between the earth and heaven, Consign me, all ye Gods to that which leadeth to perfect and inviolable safety.
Maintain us in well-being Summer, Winter Dew-time and Spring, Autumn, and Rainy Season Give us our share of cattle and of Children. May we enjoy your unassailed protection.
Pay to the Year your lofty adoration, to the first Year, the second, and the present.
Many we abide in the auspicious favour and gracious love of these who claim our worship.
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Veda, The Rishis of the Atharva. “Atharva Veda 6.55: A prayer for general protection and prosperity.” Translated by Ralph T. H. Griffith. Poetry Codex, poetrycodex.com/poem/atharvaveda-rishis/218/.
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Veda, The Rishis of the Atharva. “Atharva Veda 6.55: A prayer for general protection and prosperity.” Translated by Ralph T. H. Griffith. Poetry Codex. https://poetrycodex.com/poem/atharvaveda-rishis/218/.
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