Mythology & Folklore
Atharva Veda 7.62: A prayer for the overthrow of enemies
Translated by Ralph T. H. Griffith (1895–96) · From The Hymns of the Atharva-Veda (1895–96)
Mythology & Folklore
Like a car-warrior, Agni here, grown mighty, Lord of the brave, Chief Priest, hath conquered footmen.
Laid on earth's centre he hath flashed and glittered. Low may he lay our enemies beneath us.
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Veda, The Rishis of the Atharva. “Atharva Veda 7.62: A prayer for the overthrow of enemies.” Translated by Ralph T. H. Griffith. Poetry Codex, poetrycodex.com/poem/atharvaveda-rishis/364/.
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Veda, The Rishis of the Atharva. “Atharva Veda 7.62: A prayer for the overthrow of enemies.” Translated by Ralph T. H. Griffith. Poetry Codex. https://poetrycodex.com/poem/atharvaveda-rishis/364/.
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