HYMN XXVI
A charm to win the favour of all serpents
Ye Gods who dwell within this eastward region, entitled
Weapons, Agni forms your arrows.
Be kind and gracious unto us and bless us. To you be reverence,
to you be welcome!
Ye Gods who dwell within this southward region, entitled Eager,
Kama forms your arrows.
Be kind, etc.
Ye Gods who dwell within this westward region, whose name is
Radiant, Water forms your arrows.
Be kind, etc.
Ye Gods who dwell within this northward region, whose name
is Piercers, Vata forms your arrows.
Be kind, etc.
Ye Gods whose home is in this firm-set region--Nilimpas is your
name--Plants are your arrow.
Be kind, etc.
Ye Gods whose home is in this upmost region, Yearners by
name, Brihaspati forms your arrows.
Be kind and gracious unto us and bless us. To you be reverence,
to you be welcome!