Atharva Veda · 278 of 724

HYMN CX

A benediction on a new-born child 1. Yea, ancient, meet for praise at sacrifices, ever and now thou    sittest down as Hotar.   And now, O Agni, make thy person friendly, and win felicity    for us by worship. 2. Neath Jyaishthaghni and Yama's Two Releasers this child was    born: preserve him from uprooting.   He shall conduct him safe past all misfortunes to lengthened    life that lasts a hundred autumns. 3. Born on the Tiger's day was he, a hero, the Constellations'    child, born brave and manly.   Let him not wound, when grown in strength, his father, nor    disregard his mother, her who bare him.