Agni first burst forth from Heaven; the second time from us came Jātavedas. Thirdly, the Manly-souled one was in the waters. Pious praises kindle him, the Eternal.
Agni, we know your three powers in three places; we know your forms in many places divided. We know your supreme name in secret; we know the source from which you came.
The Manly-souled one lit you in the sea and waters, the viewer of man lit you in the breast of heaven, There as you stood in the third high region, the Steers increased you in the water’s bosom.
Agni roared like Dyaus when he thundered; he licked the ground around the plants, flickering. At once, when born, you looked around, enkindling heaven and earth with brilliance.
The spring of glory and support of wealth, rouser of thoughts and guardian of Soma, Good Son of Strength, a King in the waters, shining ahead of Dawn, you shine enkindled.
Germ of the world, ensign of all creation, you sprang to life and filled the earth and heavens. Even the firm rock you split when passing over, when the Five Tribes offered sacrifice to Agni.
Among mortals, Agni was established as holy, wise, and willing envoy. He waves the red smoke, striving to reach the heavens with radiant light.
Like gold to look on, you shone brilliantly, imperishable life for glory. Agni became immortal when your prolific Father, Dyaus, fathered you.
Whoever this day, O God whose flames are lovely, prepares a cake, Agni, mix it with butter, Lead him and further him to greater fortune, to bliss bestowed by gods, O Most Youthful.
Enrich him, Agni, with a share of glory, at every song of praise. May he be dear to Sūrya, dear to Agni, preeminent with sons and grandchildren.
While Agni, men daily worship you, win themselves all treasures worth wishing. Allied with you, eager and craving riches, they have revealed the stable filled with cattle.
Agni, friend of men, keeper of Soma, Vaiśvānara, praised by the Rishis. We will invoke benevolent Earth and Heaven; you De