HYMN XXXV

Expiation for an imperfectly performed sacrifice

We who enjoying it have grown no richer, for whom the sacred
altar-fires have sorrowed,
We who compounded with deficient worship,--may Visvakarman
make our service prosper.
Rishis have called the sacrifice's patron amerced through sin,
sorrowing for his offspring.
Those drops of meath whereof the missed enjoyment,--may
Visvakarman with those drops unite us.
Regarding niggard churls as Soma-drinkers, skilful in sacrifice,
weak at the meeting,
Whatever sin the captive hath committed, do thou for weal
release him, Visvakarman!
Awful are Rishis: unto them be homage, and to their eye and
truthfulness of spirit!
Loud homage to Brihaspati, O mighty! Homage to thee, O
Visvakarman! Guard us.
The eye of sacrifice, source, and beginning--with voice, ear,
spirit unto him I offer.
To this our sacrifice wrought by Visvakarman may the Gods
come gracious and kindly-hearted.