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The Hymns of the Atharvaveda

Book XIX

tr. by Ralph T.H. Griffith

[1895-6]


Hymn 1: An accompaniment to the offering of a Mixt Oblation
Hymn 2: A hymn to all waters
Hymn 3: A hymn to Agni for protection and prosperity
Hymn 4: A prayer, accompanying sacrifice, for the attainment of a wish
Hymn 5: A prayer for riches
Hymn 6: The purusha-Sūkta, on the mystical Sacrifice of Purusha
Hymn 7: A Prayer to the Lunar Mansions and other Powers for protection and prosperity
Hymn 8: A hymn to the Sun and various heavenly bodies for protection and prosperity
Hymn 9: A prayer for general protection and prosperity
Hymn 10: A prayer for the same
Hymn 11: A continuation of Hymn 10
Hymn 12: A prayer to Ushas or Dawn for wealth and long life
Hymn 13: A prayer for aid and victory in battle
Hymn 14: A hymn after victory
Hymn 15: A prayer for peace and security
Hymn 16: A prayer for security from danger
Hymn 17: A prayer for protection from dangers in all directions
Hymn 18: A prayer for security and peace on all sides
Hymn 19: A hymn recommending the protection of various Gods
Hymn 20: A prayer for protection from death and misfortune
Hymn 21: A single line giving the names of the chief Vedic metres
Hymn 22: A prose hymn of homage to various portions of the Atharva-veda, to the Rishis, and to Brahma
Hymn 23: A prose hymn of homage to various portions of the Atharva-vada classed according to the number of verses which their hymns contain
Hymn 24: A benediction on a newly elected King
Hymn 25: A charm to be used when a young ox is first yoked
Hymn 26: A hymn accompanying investiture with an amulet of gold
Hymn 27: A benedictory hymn
Hymn 28: A charm for the destruction of enemies
Hymn 29: A charm for the destruction of enemies, continued from 28
Hymn 30: A protective charm accompanying investiture with an amulet of Darbha grass
Hymn 31: A charm to ensure general prosperity, accompanying self-investiture with an amulet of Udumbara
Hymn 32: A charm, with an amulet of Darbha grass, to subdue enemies and win the affection of others
Hymn 33: A protective and benedictive charm
Hymn 34: A protective charm addressed to the panacea called A Jangida
Hymn 35: A similar charm addressed to the same
Hymn 36: A charm against disease and evil spirits
Hymn 37: A charm to secure long life and dominion to a prince
Hymn 38: A protective charm
Hymn 39: A protective charm
Hymn 40: A prayer for pardon of error in sacrifice, and for wisdom, strength, and life
Hymn 41: A benediction on a newly elected king
Hymn 42: In praise of Brahma, Prayer, or Devotion
Hymn 43: In praise of Brahma, Prayer, or Devotion
Hymn 44: A curative and protective charm
Hymn 45: A curative and protective charm
Hymn 46: A charm accompanying investiture with an amulet that ensures safety and victory
Hymn 47: A hymn to Night for protection from fiends, robbers, snakes and wolves
Hymn 48: A hymn to Night for protection
Hymn 49: A hymn of Praise and prayer to Night
Hymn 50: A hymn to Night for protection and prosperity
Hymn 51: A sacrificial formula
Hymn 52: A hymn to Kāma or Desire
Hymn 53: A hymn to Kāma or Time
Hymn 54: A hymn to Kāla; a continuation of the preceding hymn
Hymn 55: A hymn to Agni for protection and prosperity
Hymn 56: A hymn to Sleep
Hymn 57: A charm against evil dreams
Hymn 58: A prayer for prosperity, accompanying a sacrifice
Hymn 59: An expiatory hymn accompanying sacrifice
Hymn 60: A prayer for perfect bodily and mental health and vigour
Hymn 61: A prayer for long life prosperity and final happiness in heaven
Hymn 62: A prayer for the love of Gods and men
Hymn 63: A prayer, with sacrifice, for long life and prosperity
Hymn 64: A prayer to Agni for children, long life, and various blessings
Hymn 65: A hymn to Agni identified with the Sun
Hymn 66: A hymn to Agni as the Sun
Hymn 67: A prayer for long life
Hymn 68: A preliminary sacrificial formula
Hymn 69: A prayer or charm for long life
Hymn 70: A charm for long life
Hymn 71: A hymn, accompanying libations, for wealth and prosperity
Hymn 72: A sacrificial formula