Atharva Veda
Atharva Veda
The Atharvavedais the "knowledge storehouse of atharvāṇas, the procedures for everyday life". The text is the fourth Veda, but has been a late addition to the Vedic scriptures of Hinduism...
across art beyond captive haunts shall thee thou whether
Whether thou art beyond the haunts of men, or whether across the river, this very herb, as if a captive bound, shall bring, thee back to me!
art best hair man plants thou turn wears
As the best of the plants thou art reputed, O herb, turn this man for me to-day into a eunuch that wears his hair dressed!
art born dig full honey plant thou
This plant is born of honey, with honey do we dig for thee. Of honey thou art begotten, do thou make us full of honey!
art directions either great regions thou
Great as are the directions (of space) and the intermediate direction on either side, great as are the regions and the vistas of the sky; to these art thou superior, &c.
art both full grown
I am overpowering, and thou, (O plant), art completely overpowering. Having both grown full of power, let us overpower my rival!
attachment believed body destroyed remains until
It is believed that the soul's attachment with the body remains until the dead-body is not destroyed completely.
mind prime sanctuary seek
I seek the Sanctuary of the Lord's Prime Minister; beholding Him, my mind is comforted and consoled.
alone architect helpless orphan perfect please protection save
You alone know Your mystery; You are the Perfect Architect of Destiny. I am a helpless orphan - please keep me under Your Protection and save me.
avail awake beating face rock rocks unique wave yourselves
You are like the rocks on the seashore that unflinchingly face the beating of the waves. The rock does not move; the wave will not stop. This predicament should end. Awake and avail yourselves of this unique chance.
cannot confirmed dark earth fault fear heaps notice partiality road smooth waver
You are in the dark and you fear more. You cannot notice the heaps of earth and the pits on the road. You cannot even know that the road is smooth and fine. There is no fault or partiality in creation; be confirmed in that. Then you will no more waver in your faith.
deeds definitely good indulge resolve rich shall yield
Our resolve to indulge in good deeds shall definitely yield rich benefits.
actions follow happen lead life righteous virtuous
Our actions should be such that we become fearless. This can happen only when we lead a virtuous life and follow a righteous path.
foot left rising standing stumble
Rising or sitting, standing or walking, may we not stumble with our right or left foot upon the earth!
extend god repeat repent resolve wrongs
Repent for all the wrongs done and resolve not to repeat the mistake; then God will extend His grace.