Religion
Atharva Veda 6.78: A nuptial benediction
Translated by Ralph T. H. Griffith (1895–96) · From The Hymns of the Atharva-Veda (1895–96)
Let this man be again bedewed with this presented sacrifice.
And comfort with the sap of life the bride whom they have brought to him.
With life's sap let him comfort her, and raise her high with princely sway.
In wealth that hath a thousand powers, this pair be inexhausti-ble!
Tvashtar formed her to be thy dame, Tvashtar made thee to be her lord.
Long life let Tvashtar give you both. Let Tvashtar give a thousand lives.
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Veda, The Rishis of the Atharva. “Atharva Veda 6.78: A nuptial benediction.” Translated by Ralph T. H. Griffith. Poetry Codex, poetrycodex.com/poem/atharvaveda-rishis/241/.
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Veda, The Rishis of the Atharva. “Atharva Veda 6.78: A nuptial benediction.” Translated by Ralph T. H. Griffith. Poetry Codex. https://poetrycodex.com/poem/atharvaveda-rishis/241/.
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