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Mandala VIII

HYMN XXXVII. Indra.

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This prayer, and those who share the soma juice, in battles against Vṛtra you aided, Indra, Lord of Strength, with all your support. O Vṛtra-slayer, drink of the soma juice, you blameless Thunderer, from the noon libation.

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You mighty victor over enemies, O Indra, Lord of Strength, with all your saving help.

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You alone rule this world of life, O Indra, Lord of Strength, with all your saving help.

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You separate these two consistent worlds, O Indra, Lord of Strength, with all your saving help.

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You are the supreme Lord over rest and energy, O Indra, Lord of Strength, with all your saving help.

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You help one to power, but not another, O Indra, Lord of Strength, with all your saving aid.

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Listen to Śyāvāśva as he sings to you, as you once heard Atri in his holy rites. Indra, you alone gave aid to Trasadasyu in the fierce battle with heroes, strengthening his powers.

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