Atharva Veda · 173 of 724

HYMN V

A prayer to Agni and Indra for the well being of a princely patron 1. Agni, adored with sacred oil, lift up this man to high estate.   Endow him with full store of strength and make him rich in    progeny. 2. Advance him, Indra! Let him be ruler of all akin to him.   Grant him sufficiency of wealth: guide him to life and length of    days. 3. Prosper this man, O Agni, in whose house we offer sacrifice.   May Soma bless him, and the God here present, Brāhmanaspati.