(91) TVAM JYOTISHAA VI TAMO VAVARTHA ||
-------------(34/22, Yajurveda)
You destroy darkness by your radiance.
The darkness of 'Ignorance' can only be destroyed by the light of 'knowledge'.It helps human beings to tread on the path of virtuosity, growth and progress.
(92) TRINI PADAA VI CHAKRAME VISHNURGOPAA ADAABHYAH |
ATO DHARMAANI DHARAAYANA ||
-------------(34/43, Yajurveda)
The almighty God, who is omnipresent, eternal and the protector of all creates all the three worlds in diverse ways and nurtures them and He also creates the laws which helps them to function in an orderly manner.
God is omnipresent, eternal and the protector of all. He is the omnipotent power responsible for the creation, nurturement and destruction of all the three worlds. He also creates the laws hich is followed by the nature to function in an orderly manner. Therefore, one should take inspiration from Him and seek His blessings for progress and prosperity.
93. TADVI PRAASO VIPANYAVO JAAGRIVAANSAH SAMINDHATE |
VISHNORYOTPARAM PADAM ||
-------------(34/44, Yajurveda)
The scholars eulogise the lord in diverse ways. Being constantly alert to the cause of God, they endeavour to enlighten others with His divinity and effulgence.
The scholars strive to enkindle the flame of knowledge in one and all. Anybody, who is desirous of divine knowledge must seek the company of scholars.
(94) ASHMANVATEE REEYATE SAM RAMADHVA MUTTISHTHAT PRA TARTAA SAKHAAYAH |
ATRAA JAHIMO ASHIVAA YE ASANCHHIVAANVAYA MUTTAREMABHI VAJAN ||
-------------(35/10, Yajurveda)
O friends! A river with stones lying at it's bed is flowing! Give your best efforts to cross it! Stand up and strive to go beyond! Renounce anything that is painful and accept all that gives happiness.
This world is like a river with stones lying at it's bed and the human being has to cross it to reach the 'Paraloka'(heaven). Therefore, if the human being strives with preservance and grit he can easily cross this river of 'material- world'.
(95) RICHAM VAACHAM PRA PADYE MANO YAJUH PRA PADYE SAAMA PRAANAM PRA PAPADYE CHAKSHUH SHROTRAM PRA PADYE |
VAAGOJAH SAHAUJO MAYI PRAANAANA NAU ||
-------------(36/1, Yajurveda)
My speech seeks the refuge of 'Rigveda'! My mind seeks the refuge of 'Yajurveda'! My vital-force(prana) seeks the refuge of 'Samaveda'. My ears seek the refuge of 'Atharvaveda'. May my 'speech', 'strength'and 'vital-force' unifiy to become more powerful.
This particular richa, while glorifying the 'Vedas' advises a man to dedicate his various sense of perceptions to them- 'speech'to Rigveda, 'mind' to Yajurveda and 'vital-force' to Samveda respectively so that they become more power,strength and stability.
The knowledge of the Vedas can make a person capable and strong.
(96) DRITE DAANHA MAA |
JYOKTE SANDRISHI JIVYAASAM JYOKTE SANDRISHI JIVYAASAM ||
-------------(36/19, Yajurveda)
O omnipotent! Make me strong and may all befriend me. May I develop a sense of brotherhood. May I develop a sense of brotherhood and consider all as my friend. May we all develop a sense of brotherhood and affection.
May god bless us with the feeling of brotherhood so that we may live happily and peacefully. So that we can help and assist each other in our duties.
(97) TACHCHA KSHURDEVAHITAM PURASTACHCHHU KRAMMUCHARAT |
PASHYEM SHARADAH SHATAM JIVEM SHRADAH SHATAM SHRUNUYAAMA SHARADAH SHATAM PRA BRAYAAMA SHARADAH SHATAMADINAAH SYAAM SHARADAH SHATAM BHUYASHCHA SHARADAH SHATAATA ||
-------------(36/24, Yajurveda)
He-the possessor of 'pure eyes of knowledge'(gyaan netra) and the benefactor of scholars arose first of all. May he bless us so that we can see for 100 years, live for 100 years, hear for 100 years, preach for 100 years and live a life free from misery for 100 years and enjoy a happy life for 100 years!
We should first try to acquire that knowledge, which is beneficial for the entire mankind. This will naturally help us to strenghthen our senses and enjoy a long and disciplined life. Right Knowledge helps us to have a healthy body and consequently a long life of 100 years.
(98) VAACHAMASTAME NI YACHCHA DEVAA YUVAM ||
-------------(37/16, Yajurveda)
Bless us with such power of speech that is capable of attracting scholars.
Everybody is aware of the power of speech.Speech should always be pleasing and soothing to ear so that we are loved by one and all. Pleasing speech is capable of conquering the heart of the most cruel man.We should therefore consciously try to speak softly so that we are loved and respected by everybody. We can acquire knowledge only if we are humble and down to earth and this shows in our speech.
(99) MAYI TYAANDI INDRIYAM BRIHANMAYI DAKSHO MAYI KRATUH |
-------------(38/27, Yajurveda)
May I be blessed with divine energy! May I become more efficient! May there be improvement in my sense of duty! We should practise self control and make serious eforts to acquire the 'Supreme- knowledge' so that we become strong, intelligent and efficient. As a result of this we will be able to fulfill all our responsibilities properly. We should engage in such type of deeds that help in honing our skills and increasing our energy to perform work.
(100) MANASAH KAMA MAAKUTIM VAACHAH SATYAM ASHIYA |
-------------(39/4, Yajurveda)
May I be blessed with a contemplative nature and proper intelligence that gives an ability to understand things in their real perspective! May our speech be truthful.
Acquire knowledge and then contemplating on it helps a man to understand things in their real perspective. Right knowledge strenghthens the conviction of a person which helps him to focus on his desired objects and make efforts in the right direction for it's achievement.
(101) KURVANNEVEHA KARMAANI JIJEEVISHE CHADATAM SAMAAH |
EVAM KHAYI NAANYA THETO ASTI NA KARMA LIPYATE NARE!!
-------------(40/2, Yajurveda)
One should aspire to live for a 100 years performing his 'karma'. A man's life devoid of 'Karma' is worthless. One who understand this fact and acts accordingly never gets attached to his 'karma'.
We should perorm virtuous deeds that brings good fruits. We should always try to avoid lethargy and inaction. Respecting elders, honouring guests, being compassionate to all creatures and having respect for all the divine forces, whose blessings we require for the successful accomplishment of our works and to become free from the bondages of our 'karma' are the virtuous deeds.
(102) ASURYAA NAAMA TE LOKAA ANDHENA TAMASAAVRITAAH
TAANSTE PRETYAAPI GACHCHANTI YE KE CHAATMAHANO JANAAH
-------------(40/3, Yajurveda)
People with self destructive tendencies live in 'darkness of ignorance',which they can not escape even after death.
There are three kinds of energy present in every individual- 'physical','mental' and 'spiritual'. Physical energy is also called 'Asurya'. Those who misuse their physical energy by quarrelling and fighting with others end in misery. This richa gives name ofthe following self-destructive activities and advises us to abstain from them- atheism, indulging in evil and sinful deeds knowingly, amassing wealth more then one's requirement,greed, acting against the spirit of unity, wandering mind that results into aimlessness, evil thoughts and thoughts that lead to failure and misery.
(103) YASTU SARVAANI BHUTAANYA ATMANNE VAANU PASHYATI |
SARVABHUTESHU CHAATMAANAM TATO NA VI CHIKITSATI ||
-------------(40/6, Yajurveda)
He, who really 'experiences' all creatures through his own soul and also 'experiences' the souls present in all creatures trascends all kinds of suspicion.
The person who realises that there is 'One supreme soul' which dwells in one and all, and understands that the apparent difference of distinct individuality is only the result of ignorance and false perceftions, does not hate anybody. His mind is freed from all kind of suspicions because he realizes that the same almighty God is present in every individual.Such a person is equanimous and has love for the entire humanity .
(104) SAMBHUTIM CHA VINAASHAM CHA YASTADWEDOBHAYA ASAHA |
VINAASHENA MRITYUM TIRTVA SAMBHUTYAAMRITA MASHNUTE ||
-------------(40/11,Yajurveda)
Realization of the virtues of 'unity' brings salvation to a man while that of 'diversity' helps him conquer 'death'.
This particular richa glorifies the virtues of 'Unity'. 'United we stand and disunited we fall'-so goes the saying. If there is no unity in the society then it shall undoubtedly disintegrate and consequently the man, who in fact is the 'unit of society' also shall cease to exist .Therefore a person should selflessly work for the growth of the society.
(105) VIDYAAM CHA AVIDYAM CHA YASTADWEDOBHAYA ASAHA |
AVIDYAYAA MRITYUM TIRTAVAA VIDYAYAA AMRITAM ASHNUTE ||
-------------(40/14, Yajurveda)
A person, who knows about 'Laws of Nature' as well as the 'Self', he conquers death with the former and attains 'Salvation' with the latter.
In this richa, it has been pointed out that a man should try to acquire the knowldge of the 'Laws of Nature'(worldly knowledge) as well as the 'Self- knowledge' because both are important.The knowledge of 'self' increases one's moral strength and brings peace of mind as it helps in eliminating all the confusions and doubts in our mind. In the same manner proper understanding of 'Laws of Nature' helps us to fulfill all material needs. Both these types of knowledge is essential for spiritual and materialistic success.
(106) VAAYURNIL AMRITAM THEDAM BHASMAANT ASHARIRAM |
AUM KRATO SMADA | KLIBE SMAR KRIT ASMAR ||
-------------(40/15 Yajurveda)
This body is going to cease once the vital-force or 'prana' abandons it. O Purush ! Meditate on the immortal soul! Contemplate on your past 'karma' (deeds)! Remember! Remember your past 'karma'!
A man should work towards becoming a 'karma-yogi' and meditate on the supreme almighty. He should never forget that his mortal body is going to be burnt to ashes one day. He should therefore engage in such virtuous deeds that bring good fruits. He should introspect and contemplate on the past deeds so that chances of repeating the same mistakes are eliminated.
(107) AGNE NAYA SUPATHA RAYE ASMANVISHWANI DEVVAYUNANI VIDWANA |
-------------(40/16,Yajurveda)
O Lord ! you are aware of all our deeds. O supreme illumined soul lead us to the path of self-development.
We should never forget that the almighty God is aware of all our deeds. We should therefore try to indulge in virtuous deeds. O Lord ! therefore guide us, lead us to the path of righteousness so that we may grow materialistically as well as spiritually.
(108) HIRANMAYENA PAATRENA SATYA STHAPIHITAM SUKHAM |
-------------(40/17Yajurveda)
The 'face of truth' is covered with a gold vessel.
How prophetic this richa is in proclaiming that the 'Face of truth' is covered by 'Gold'. It implies that realisation of Truth is most difficult as it's face has a covering of gold, which is a temptation people find difficult to resist and stop making efforts to realise it. Put in a simple way, each of us has the potential to realise Truth provided we are free from greed because it is the root cause of all sins. Once the gold covering is removed truth becomes visible.
Sunday, November 9, 2008
YAJURVEDA
YAJURVEDA
(73) VEDAAHAM ETAM PURUSHAM MAHAANTAM AADITYA VARNA TAMASAH PARASTAAT |
TAMEVA VIDITVAATI MRITYUM ETI NAANYAH PANTHAA VIDYATE AYANAAYA |
-------------(31/18 Yajurveda)
I can see the 'Mahapurush'(the supreme almighty) as clearly as the sun beyond the realm of darkness. Knowing 'Him' liberates one from death. There is no other way to escape death.
It is only the light of knowledge that can conquer darkness. The person who knows the ultimate truth does not fear death. Unconditional surrender at the feet of God is the easiest way to escape death.
(74) RUCHAM BRAAHMAM JANAYANTO DEVAA AGRE TADBUVAN |
YASTVAIVAM BRAAHMANO VIDYATRASYA DEVAA ASAN VASHE |
-------------(31/21,Yajurveda)
The gods with the realisation of 'Brahm-gyan' have proclaimed unambiguously that one who endeavours to realise this ultimate knowledge has all his senses under control. Deities being pleased with such a man fulfill all his wishes.
With the help of knowledge, a man can successfully break the bonds of 'Panch- prapanch'-Kaam, Krodh, Lobh, Mada, Moha and and realise God. With the accomplishment of this most difficult task he not only develops control over his senses but also over all the deities because they dwell within our body and when senses are under control they become pleased and fulfill the wishes of such a man.
(75) HIRANYA GARBHA ISTYESH MAA MAA HINSI DITYESHAAM YASMAANNA JAATA ITYESHAH |
One who is eulogised with the incantation "HIRANYA GARBHAH MAA MAA HINSEET VA YASMAMAANNA JATAH " is formless.
God is omnipresent and formless. The world functions in an orderly manner because of God's grace. He can not be realised just by worshipping idols for He is formless The idol can be a medium to experience divinity but to consider it as God will be a grave mistake.One should therefore learn to experience the beatitude of God through meditation and not by futile efforts like idol worshipping.
(76) PARITYA BHUTAANI PARITYA LOKAN PARITYA SARVAAH PRADISHO DISHASHCHA |
-------------(32/11,Yajurveda)
PARIDYAAVAA PRITHIVI SADYA ITYAA PARILOKAANAH PARIDISHAH PARISHWAH ||
(32/12 Yajurveda)
The first half of both these two mantras mean the same. We should try to enhance our knowledge and make it's reach as wider as possible. We should try to know about the world, all the directions and sub-directions as they really are.
The knowledge of the material world is 'Avidya' while the knowledge of the self is 'vidya'.We should try to have knowledge of both. 'Nature' or 'Prakriti' will always remain a mystery to us unless and untill we understand the fundamental elements constituting it. Nature functions on a definite law, which is controlled by the supreme almighty,who can not be realized without 'Atma gyan'. This law is universally applicable and is the same everywhere. The proper understanding of the Law of nature helps us to experience the existence of the 'Supreme soul'(God).
(77) YAAM MEDHAAM DEVA GANAAH PITARASHCHA UPAASATE |
TATHAA MAAMADDYA MEDHAYAAGNE MEDHAA NIVANAM KURU SWAHA |
-------------(32/13 Yajurveda)
O Radiant Creator! Enlighten me with that divine intelligence which has always been praised by the scholars and protectors. I surrender myself to your feet!
This richa glorifies the virtues of virtuous intelligence and total surrenderence to God.
(78) IDAM MEIN BRAHM CHA KSHATRAM CHOBHE SHRIYAMSHNUTAAM |
-------------(32/16 Yajurveda)
May the radiance of my knowledge(GyanTej) and valiance(Kshatra Tej) increase. One should try to imbibe all kinds of knowledge and tread on the path of truth.May the Brahmins and the Kshatriyas flourish together and this can be possible only if there is no animosity between them. Both of these castes should endeavour to propagate that knowledge which increases radiance, enthusiasm, zeal and strength in society. If the individual progresses then the society automatically makes progress.
(79) AGNE SHARDHA MAHATE SAUBHAGAAYA TAV DYUMNAANYA UTTAMAANI SANTU |
SAM JAASPATYAM SUYAMAMAA KRINUPVA SHATRUYATAAMABHI TISHTHAA MAHAANSI ||
-------------(33/12,Yajurveda)
O Agni | Bless us with strength so that we may acquire all the riches and comforts of the world. Bless us so that we may we attain fame! May the relation of the husband and wife be amicable and free from any kind of bitterness.
We should always engage in such activities that help us to acquire wealth and prosperity and achieve fame on account of our noble deeds. Happiness will always elude married life if relations are not cordial between husband and wife. Husband and wife are like two wheels of a chariot, which can not move smoothly if there is a lack of mutual understanding and trust.
(80) MAHATTA DWIDRISHNAAKA ASURASYA NAAMAA VISHWARUPI AMRITAA NATASTHAU |
-------------(33/22 Yajurveda)
One who is brave and valiant attains immense fame. As a result he becomes popular and rules the world by having all the riches under his feet.
One who earns fame on account of his efforts, perseverance and grit,all the comforts of the world becokmes accessible to him automatically. Therefore one should always strive to follow the virtuous path so that growth and self improvement becomes possible.
(81) MAHAAN INDRO YA OJASAA KADAACHANA STAREER ASI KADAACHANA PRA YUCHCHASI |
-------------(33/27 Yajurveda)
May the majestic Indra never indulge in violence after becoming drunk by his power and may he always be free from carelessness and negligence.
Everyone should therefore refrain from dereliction of duty and violence. Violence is the mother of sorrows and pains while negligence is the doorway to misfortune.
(82) UDUTYAM JAATAVEDASAM DEVAM VAHANIT KETAVAH DRISHE VISHWAAYA SURYAM |
-------------(33/31 Yajurveda)
The knowledge of Vedas gives enlightenment just as the rays of the rising Sun makes everything visible to us.
Just like the Sun,which sheds light without any discrimination,knowledgeable people distribute their knowledge so that it helps all the people to become free from their sorrows and miseries.
(83) SHRAAYANT IVA SURYA VISHWENDIDRASYA BHAKSHAT |
VASUNI JAATE JANAMAANA OJASAAPRATI BHAAGAM NA DEEDHIM |
-------------(33/41 Yajurveda)
O Men ! Take refuge of the light of the Sun-the great motivator and devour all kinds of food grains that grows. Emulate us, who enjoy the luxuries of life with the help of our hard earned money.
In this richa, the greatness of Sun has been eulogised because the sunlight helps in the growth of vegetations and food grains which is necessary for our survival. This richa means to say that we should work hard for our success and prosperity.
(84) VIDADYADI SARMAA RUGNA MADRERMAHI PAATHAH PARNYA SADHNYAKKAH |
AGRAM NAYATSU PADYAKSHA RAANAAMACHCHAA RAVAM PRATHAMAA JAANATEE GAAT ||
-------------(33/59 Yajurveda)
When the 'unbiased Vedas' destroys the darkness of ignorance, a man inherits this great knowledge from his ancestors because 'Ved vani' preaches non-perishable truths, which helps us tread the path of the 'supreme path'.
One must attain knowledge from the Vedas because it teaches us those non-perishable truths that lead us to the path of self improvement.
(85) UPA NAH SUNVO GIRAH SHRINVANTVA MRITASYA YE |
SUMRIDIKA BHAVANTU NAH ||
-------------(33/77 YAJURVEDA)
May our sons imbibe the knowledge of the Vedas given by the invincible gods and give joy and happiness to us.
It is obvious that the reading of the Vedas and their proper understanding and then bringing them into practice helps a man to attain happiness and joy.
(86) PRAITU BRAHMANASPATIH PRA DEVYETU SUNRITA |
ACHCHAA VIRAM NARYA PANKTI RAADHASAM DEVAA YAGYA NAYANTU NA ||
-------------(33/89,Yajurveda)
May the scholars participate in the religious sacrifice performed by us! May we realise the eternal truth! May all the noble people, scholars and benefactors of the society help and assist us in accomplishing the Yagya.
Whenever one performs the Yagya, one should always invite the respected people of the society to participate in it because their mere presence and blessings are enough to ensure the successful accomplishment of the Yagya. This particular richa means to say that all people should work unitedly for the welfare and progress of society.
(87) YENEDAM BHUTAM BHUVANAM BHAVISHYAT PARIGRIHITA MRITEN SARVAM|
YENA YAGYASTAAYATE SAPTA HOTAA TANME MANAH SHIVA SANKALPAM ASTU
-------------(34/4, Yajurveda)
May my non-perishable mind, which has imbibed all the knowledge from the past, present and future and which helps in the accomplishment of Yagya performed by 'Sapta hotaganas', be of good resolution.
Our life is alike a 'Yagya', which is accomplished by means of 'Sapta hotas'-body, organs of actions, organs of perceptions, mind, intelligence, soul and supreme-soul. The mind can be compared to a very fast galloping horse, which is very difficult to control.If it is pure then virtuous deeds are ensured. On the contrary, if the mind is pervaded by impure thoughts then success is always remains elusive. Therefore to attain success a pure mind is an absolute necessity.
(88) PITUM NU STOSHAM MAHO DHARMAANAM TAVISHIM|
YASTA TRITO VYOJASAA VRITRAM VIPARVA MARDAYAT
-------------(34/7, Yajurveda)
We praise the food grains that we partake! With the help of the strength derived from which, Indra-the lord of all the three worlds killed 'Vrita'(demon) by fragmanting his bodies into pieces.
We should eat only such food that is nutritious, wholesome and that gives energy. We should abstain from such food that does not give energy and weakens our body because a healthy mind dwells in a healthy body.
89. ANVIDANUMATE TVAM MANYAASAI SHAM CHA NASKRIDHI|
KRATVE DAKSHAAYA NO HINU PRA NA AAYUNSHI TAARISHAH||
-------------(34/8, Yajurveda)
O Scholars! Bless us with whatever you think is noble and favorable. Bless us with intelligence and cleverness so that our mind becomes sharp and sound. Bless us with a long life.
We should always try to seek the company of scholars so that they guide us and lead to the path of progress. Self-study and good company refines our intelligence which naturally leads to better understanding and a long life.
(90) TVADAA KASHCHANA HI PRAKETAH
-------------(34/18, Yajurveda)
Any kind of 'specific knowledge' is attainable by your blessings.
By the blessings of God, a man graduates from worldly to divine knowledge. God realisation becomes possible with the attainment of 'Brahm gyan' which naturally leads to 'Vishishta-Gyaan'(knowledge of the divine cosmic soul
(73) VEDAAHAM ETAM PURUSHAM MAHAANTAM AADITYA VARNA TAMASAH PARASTAAT |
TAMEVA VIDITVAATI MRITYUM ETI NAANYAH PANTHAA VIDYATE AYANAAYA |
-------------(31/18 Yajurveda)
I can see the 'Mahapurush'(the supreme almighty) as clearly as the sun beyond the realm of darkness. Knowing 'Him' liberates one from death. There is no other way to escape death.
It is only the light of knowledge that can conquer darkness. The person who knows the ultimate truth does not fear death. Unconditional surrender at the feet of God is the easiest way to escape death.
(74) RUCHAM BRAAHMAM JANAYANTO DEVAA AGRE TADBUVAN |
YASTVAIVAM BRAAHMANO VIDYATRASYA DEVAA ASAN VASHE |
-------------(31/21,Yajurveda)
The gods with the realisation of 'Brahm-gyan' have proclaimed unambiguously that one who endeavours to realise this ultimate knowledge has all his senses under control. Deities being pleased with such a man fulfill all his wishes.
With the help of knowledge, a man can successfully break the bonds of 'Panch- prapanch'-Kaam, Krodh, Lobh, Mada, Moha and and realise God. With the accomplishment of this most difficult task he not only develops control over his senses but also over all the deities because they dwell within our body and when senses are under control they become pleased and fulfill the wishes of such a man.
(75) HIRANYA GARBHA ISTYESH MAA MAA HINSI DITYESHAAM YASMAANNA JAATA ITYESHAH |
One who is eulogised with the incantation "HIRANYA GARBHAH MAA MAA HINSEET VA YASMAMAANNA JATAH " is formless.
God is omnipresent and formless. The world functions in an orderly manner because of God's grace. He can not be realised just by worshipping idols for He is formless The idol can be a medium to experience divinity but to consider it as God will be a grave mistake.One should therefore learn to experience the beatitude of God through meditation and not by futile efforts like idol worshipping.
(76) PARITYA BHUTAANI PARITYA LOKAN PARITYA SARVAAH PRADISHO DISHASHCHA |
-------------(32/11,Yajurveda)
PARIDYAAVAA PRITHIVI SADYA ITYAA PARILOKAANAH PARIDISHAH PARISHWAH ||
(32/12 Yajurveda)
The first half of both these two mantras mean the same. We should try to enhance our knowledge and make it's reach as wider as possible. We should try to know about the world, all the directions and sub-directions as they really are.
The knowledge of the material world is 'Avidya' while the knowledge of the self is 'vidya'.We should try to have knowledge of both. 'Nature' or 'Prakriti' will always remain a mystery to us unless and untill we understand the fundamental elements constituting it. Nature functions on a definite law, which is controlled by the supreme almighty,who can not be realized without 'Atma gyan'. This law is universally applicable and is the same everywhere. The proper understanding of the Law of nature helps us to experience the existence of the 'Supreme soul'(God).
(77) YAAM MEDHAAM DEVA GANAAH PITARASHCHA UPAASATE |
TATHAA MAAMADDYA MEDHAYAAGNE MEDHAA NIVANAM KURU SWAHA |
-------------(32/13 Yajurveda)
O Radiant Creator! Enlighten me with that divine intelligence which has always been praised by the scholars and protectors. I surrender myself to your feet!
This richa glorifies the virtues of virtuous intelligence and total surrenderence to God.
(78) IDAM MEIN BRAHM CHA KSHATRAM CHOBHE SHRIYAMSHNUTAAM |
-------------(32/16 Yajurveda)
May the radiance of my knowledge(GyanTej) and valiance(Kshatra Tej) increase. One should try to imbibe all kinds of knowledge and tread on the path of truth.May the Brahmins and the Kshatriyas flourish together and this can be possible only if there is no animosity between them. Both of these castes should endeavour to propagate that knowledge which increases radiance, enthusiasm, zeal and strength in society. If the individual progresses then the society automatically makes progress.
(79) AGNE SHARDHA MAHATE SAUBHAGAAYA TAV DYUMNAANYA UTTAMAANI SANTU |
SAM JAASPATYAM SUYAMAMAA KRINUPVA SHATRUYATAAMABHI TISHTHAA MAHAANSI ||
-------------(33/12,Yajurveda)
O Agni | Bless us with strength so that we may acquire all the riches and comforts of the world. Bless us so that we may we attain fame! May the relation of the husband and wife be amicable and free from any kind of bitterness.
We should always engage in such activities that help us to acquire wealth and prosperity and achieve fame on account of our noble deeds. Happiness will always elude married life if relations are not cordial between husband and wife. Husband and wife are like two wheels of a chariot, which can not move smoothly if there is a lack of mutual understanding and trust.
(80) MAHATTA DWIDRISHNAAKA ASURASYA NAAMAA VISHWARUPI AMRITAA NATASTHAU |
-------------(33/22 Yajurveda)
One who is brave and valiant attains immense fame. As a result he becomes popular and rules the world by having all the riches under his feet.
One who earns fame on account of his efforts, perseverance and grit,all the comforts of the world becokmes accessible to him automatically. Therefore one should always strive to follow the virtuous path so that growth and self improvement becomes possible.
(81) MAHAAN INDRO YA OJASAA KADAACHANA STAREER ASI KADAACHANA PRA YUCHCHASI |
-------------(33/27 Yajurveda)
May the majestic Indra never indulge in violence after becoming drunk by his power and may he always be free from carelessness and negligence.
Everyone should therefore refrain from dereliction of duty and violence. Violence is the mother of sorrows and pains while negligence is the doorway to misfortune.
(82) UDUTYAM JAATAVEDASAM DEVAM VAHANIT KETAVAH DRISHE VISHWAAYA SURYAM |
-------------(33/31 Yajurveda)
The knowledge of Vedas gives enlightenment just as the rays of the rising Sun makes everything visible to us.
Just like the Sun,which sheds light without any discrimination,knowledgeable people distribute their knowledge so that it helps all the people to become free from their sorrows and miseries.
(83) SHRAAYANT IVA SURYA VISHWENDIDRASYA BHAKSHAT |
VASUNI JAATE JANAMAANA OJASAAPRATI BHAAGAM NA DEEDHIM |
-------------(33/41 Yajurveda)
O Men ! Take refuge of the light of the Sun-the great motivator and devour all kinds of food grains that grows. Emulate us, who enjoy the luxuries of life with the help of our hard earned money.
In this richa, the greatness of Sun has been eulogised because the sunlight helps in the growth of vegetations and food grains which is necessary for our survival. This richa means to say that we should work hard for our success and prosperity.
(84) VIDADYADI SARMAA RUGNA MADRERMAHI PAATHAH PARNYA SADHNYAKKAH |
AGRAM NAYATSU PADYAKSHA RAANAAMACHCHAA RAVAM PRATHAMAA JAANATEE GAAT ||
-------------(33/59 Yajurveda)
When the 'unbiased Vedas' destroys the darkness of ignorance, a man inherits this great knowledge from his ancestors because 'Ved vani' preaches non-perishable truths, which helps us tread the path of the 'supreme path'.
One must attain knowledge from the Vedas because it teaches us those non-perishable truths that lead us to the path of self improvement.
(85) UPA NAH SUNVO GIRAH SHRINVANTVA MRITASYA YE |
SUMRIDIKA BHAVANTU NAH ||
-------------(33/77 YAJURVEDA)
May our sons imbibe the knowledge of the Vedas given by the invincible gods and give joy and happiness to us.
It is obvious that the reading of the Vedas and their proper understanding and then bringing them into practice helps a man to attain happiness and joy.
(86) PRAITU BRAHMANASPATIH PRA DEVYETU SUNRITA |
ACHCHAA VIRAM NARYA PANKTI RAADHASAM DEVAA YAGYA NAYANTU NA ||
-------------(33/89,Yajurveda)
May the scholars participate in the religious sacrifice performed by us! May we realise the eternal truth! May all the noble people, scholars and benefactors of the society help and assist us in accomplishing the Yagya.
Whenever one performs the Yagya, one should always invite the respected people of the society to participate in it because their mere presence and blessings are enough to ensure the successful accomplishment of the Yagya. This particular richa means to say that all people should work unitedly for the welfare and progress of society.
(87) YENEDAM BHUTAM BHUVANAM BHAVISHYAT PARIGRIHITA MRITEN SARVAM|
YENA YAGYASTAAYATE SAPTA HOTAA TANME MANAH SHIVA SANKALPAM ASTU
-------------(34/4, Yajurveda)
May my non-perishable mind, which has imbibed all the knowledge from the past, present and future and which helps in the accomplishment of Yagya performed by 'Sapta hotaganas', be of good resolution.
Our life is alike a 'Yagya', which is accomplished by means of 'Sapta hotas'-body, organs of actions, organs of perceptions, mind, intelligence, soul and supreme-soul. The mind can be compared to a very fast galloping horse, which is very difficult to control.If it is pure then virtuous deeds are ensured. On the contrary, if the mind is pervaded by impure thoughts then success is always remains elusive. Therefore to attain success a pure mind is an absolute necessity.
(88) PITUM NU STOSHAM MAHO DHARMAANAM TAVISHIM|
YASTA TRITO VYOJASAA VRITRAM VIPARVA MARDAYAT
-------------(34/7, Yajurveda)
We praise the food grains that we partake! With the help of the strength derived from which, Indra-the lord of all the three worlds killed 'Vrita'(demon) by fragmanting his bodies into pieces.
We should eat only such food that is nutritious, wholesome and that gives energy. We should abstain from such food that does not give energy and weakens our body because a healthy mind dwells in a healthy body.
89. ANVIDANUMATE TVAM MANYAASAI SHAM CHA NASKRIDHI|
KRATVE DAKSHAAYA NO HINU PRA NA AAYUNSHI TAARISHAH||
-------------(34/8, Yajurveda)
O Scholars! Bless us with whatever you think is noble and favorable. Bless us with intelligence and cleverness so that our mind becomes sharp and sound. Bless us with a long life.
We should always try to seek the company of scholars so that they guide us and lead to the path of progress. Self-study and good company refines our intelligence which naturally leads to better understanding and a long life.
(90) TVADAA KASHCHANA HI PRAKETAH
-------------(34/18, Yajurveda)
Any kind of 'specific knowledge' is attainable by your blessings.
By the blessings of God, a man graduates from worldly to divine knowledge. God realisation becomes possible with the attainment of 'Brahm gyan' which naturally leads to 'Vishishta-Gyaan'(knowledge of the divine cosmic soul
YAJURVEDA
YAJURVEDA
23
(53) YADDEVAASO LALAAMAGU PRA VISHTEE MINMAAVISHUH |
SAKTHNAA DEDISHYATE NAARI SATYASYAAKSHI BHUVO YATHAA ||
-------------(23/29 Yajurveda)
Knowledge helps scholars to acquire a rational mind which is necessary for making judicious decisions just as the thigh's of a woman reveals her character.
It is very easy for a scholar who is well enquipped with right knowledge to make judicious decisions because he possesses an analytical mind which comes from knowledge. One should learn to see or experience truth as it is and try to understand the in-depth meaning behind it by means of proper analysis of the matter.
(54) RAJATA HARINIHI SISA YUJO YUJYANTE KARMABHIHI | ASHWASYA VAJINASTVACHI SIMAHA SHAMYANTU SHAMYANTI ||
-------------(23/27 Yajurveda)
Women who are loving, attractive, pious and engage in household work are married off to strong and able men who give happiness to their husbands and themselves by leading disciplined lives.
Women should therefore engage in good deeds and discipline so that they can lead a peaceful and cordial conjugal life.
(55) BAHURUPA VAISHWAKARMANAHA ||
-------------(24/17 , Yajurveda)
Different types or workers are under authorities who do different types of jobs.
A person who is all round and is blessed with talent to do all types of works he becomes famous because of his deeds and many people work under him and seek his valuable guidance that is why we should perform such deeds so that we become successful in all our endeavors.
It is the responsibility of the guide or leader to engage in activities that lead to welfare of society.
(56) VACHE KRUNCHAHA |
-------------(24/31 Yajurveda)
The speech of a crane.
Every person should have the gift of speech so that they can express their thoughts accordingly. One should know to gauge a situation well and then speak otherwise it could lead to animosity and embarrassing situations.
A person who learns to express maximum in minimum words is the person who shall definitely attain success on the basis of his eloquent speech.
25
(57) ISHTAM VEETAMBHIRGUTA VARSHATKRITAM TAM DEVASAHA PRATI GRIBHNANTYASHWAM |
-------------(25/37,Yajurveda)
Those scholar call that person only, their leader who is radiant, loved by all , hard working and progressive.
The person having the above qualities only can be, accepted as the leader and people follow only such a person accordingly. That is why we should all strive to improve our skills.
26
(58) SAKAMAM ADHWANASKURU SANGYANAMASTU ME AMUNA |
-------------(26/1 Yajurveda)
You accept all these paths according to your desire may I attain knowledge by strength and object.
One should realise one's potentials and capabilities before treading on the path of either desired goal so that it may be easy to attain the eternal truth or knowledge of the self.
(59) DHIYA VIPRO AJAYAT |
-------------(26/15, Yajurveda)
A thinker is gifted with a unique intellect.
A person who is contemplative and intelligent achieves all what he desires. All people listen, but few of them contemplate. That is why we should all make an effort and contemplate.
27
(60) URDHVA ASYA SAMIDHO BHAVANTYURDHWA SHUKRA SHOCHINSHYAGNEHE DIUMATTAMA SUPRATIKASYA SUNOHO |
-------------(27/11 Yajurveda)
The flames of fire in an altar rise up into the sky and the rays of light also move upwards. We learn that flames from the sacrificial altar and the rays of light emerging from it rise upwards . This means that the radiance of knowledge always helps the person to attain a high position and always be successful in all pursuits.
(61) EMAM YAGYAMAVATAMDHWARAM NA |
-------------(27/17, Yajurveda)
May our peaceful and non-violent religious sacrifice be protect in the righteous manner.
Just in the same way as a yagya needs fire and air, to be accomplished, in the same way every person should engage in constructive work so that he accomplishes the work properly.
(62) YUTHAM PATA SWASTIBHIHI SADA NAHA |
-------------(27/28 Yajurveda)
O Sages ! may your desire to do welfare of all, always protect us.
Scholars always desire the well being of one and all in the same way as, fire and air add to the Yagya. The air protects fire by constantly airing it and keeping it alive. The scholars give guidance to the weak and people who have gone astray so that they fulfill all their desires by always treading on the path of righteousness.
(63) PAHI CHATASRIBHIRVASO |
-------------(27/43, Yajurveda)
O Agni ! Protect us by the 4 types of knowledge i.e. Rik, Yaju, Sama and Atharva.
The word "Vedas' means knowledge which is classified into 4 types. The characteristics of Rik are - welfare, attainment of the supreme soul, experiencing the beatitude of God, internal happiness, piousness, adhering to one's duties, Love , penance, pity , altruism , benevolence and service etc. The characteristics of Yaju are valiance , attainments, courageousness, protection, leadership, success, prestige and victory etc. The characteristics of Sama are, performing arts , play , happiness, entertainment, literature, music art, sensual pleasure, progressiveness and contemplation. The characteristics of Atharva are, luxury and wealth, accumulation of things, aids of consumerism and accessories of household usage.
The 4 Vedas resemble Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha which help in our welfare. We can attain all these 4 states with knowledge.
28
(64) DEVISTISRASTITSRO DEVIHI PATIMINORAM VARDHANAYAN |
-------------(28/18, Yajurveda)
The 3 goddesses help the protector Indra.
Bharati protects the Dyuloka. The companion of RudraGana Saraswati protects the Yagya and Ida protects the Bhuloka and help the performer of the Yagya in his work.
When the performer accomplishes the yagya he gets the desired results and benefits from it. The 3 goddesses definitely help that person who strive selflessly on the path of Karma (actions)
29
(65) KETUM KRINAVANNA KETAVE DESHOMARYA APESHASE | SAMUSHABH DIRAJAYATHA HA ||
-------------(29/37,Yajureda)
O Agni ! Bless the ignorant with knowledge and bless the ugly or the not so beautiful with beauty. You are the one who rises alike the mornings and exhibit yourself in totality. Knowledge destroys ignorance and inspires us to do great and noble deeds. When a Karmayogi moves on the path of karma and attains the desired he experiences divine happiness and comes nearer to God. That is why one should start one's work early in the morning so that he progresses and moves on the path of success.
(66) RATHE TISHTHAN NAYATI VAJINAHA PURO YATRA YATRA KAMAYATE SUPARITHANA | ABHISHUNAM MAHIMANAM PANAYATA MANAHA PASHCHADANU YACHCHANTI RASHMAYAHA |
-------------(29/43, Yajurveda)
The charioteer can direct the horses of the chariot to anywhere, he pleases, learn the importance of the 'reins' that control the mind which is alike uncontrollable horse.
To attain one's goal one can controls the mind which is fickle by the reins of purushartha(4 attainments). One should strive incessantly to control the mind.
30
(67) VISHWANI DEVA SAVITARDURITANI PARASUVA | YUDBHADRAM TANNA ASUNA ||
-------------(30/3, Yajurveda)
O Lord! Destroy all that is evil and bring near us all that is good.
We should always be ready to accept good and abstain from all bad. We should strictly abhor bad thoughts, bad habits and bad deeds and should prefer good thoughts habits and deeds. This is the best path to purification, Purification leads to self-development and consequently success.
(68) BRAHMANE BRAHMANAM,KSHATRAYA RAJANYAM|
-------------(30/5,Yajurveda)
The person who is desirous of knowledge should go to a scholar and the person desirous of valiance should go to a Kshatriya.
Only by coming in the tutelage of the learned man can one acquire knowledge and the people desirous of becoming courageous should seek the tutelage of a Kshatriya. One should imbibe the best qualities by seeking the studentship of such great men.
(69) TAPASE KAULALAM ||
-------------(30/7, Yajurveda)
The dignified should always practice penance.
Penana-basically includes following the set of rules, self -study concentration, altruism , contemplation, worship giving sermons, inspiration to engage in good deeds and oneness in speech and action.
Those people who are born in the noble clan are incessantly engaging in wrong deeds. People born in noble clans should engage in good deeds and activities.
(70) RITAYE STENAHRIDAYAM |
-------------(30/3, Yajurveda)
The best way to fight the enemy's army is to accompany such a person who keeps his thoughts concealed as a robber.
During war time one should devoid acting independently. All the decisions should be taken in total secrecy. The person who conceals all his thoughts and does not exhibit it neither through speech nor actions, such a person is known as Sten-Hridya (One whose heart is alike a robber's heart)
(71) YAMAYA YAMSOOM |
-------------(30/15, Yajurveda)
To know the rules and self-rules one ought to seek the guidance of the scholars.
One should properly adhere to the constitution of the country . The law makers analyse the laws neutrally for the well being of the country.
(72) PRATISHRUTKAYA ARTANAM |
-------------(30/19, Yajurveda)
Become sagacious to take the oath. He is known as an 'Atena' who criticizes the bad and praises the good and noble . An 'Atena' is straight forward and he is devoid of wickedness. One should therefore support the good should be away from bias and should always strive for the well being of one and all. If you do so you shall fulfill all your desires and shall succeed in all endeavors.
23
(53) YADDEVAASO LALAAMAGU PRA VISHTEE MINMAAVISHUH |
SAKTHNAA DEDISHYATE NAARI SATYASYAAKSHI BHUVO YATHAA ||
-------------(23/29 Yajurveda)
Knowledge helps scholars to acquire a rational mind which is necessary for making judicious decisions just as the thigh's of a woman reveals her character.
It is very easy for a scholar who is well enquipped with right knowledge to make judicious decisions because he possesses an analytical mind which comes from knowledge. One should learn to see or experience truth as it is and try to understand the in-depth meaning behind it by means of proper analysis of the matter.
(54) RAJATA HARINIHI SISA YUJO YUJYANTE KARMABHIHI | ASHWASYA VAJINASTVACHI SIMAHA SHAMYANTU SHAMYANTI ||
-------------(23/27 Yajurveda)
Women who are loving, attractive, pious and engage in household work are married off to strong and able men who give happiness to their husbands and themselves by leading disciplined lives.
Women should therefore engage in good deeds and discipline so that they can lead a peaceful and cordial conjugal life.
(55) BAHURUPA VAISHWAKARMANAHA ||
-------------(24/17 , Yajurveda)
Different types or workers are under authorities who do different types of jobs.
A person who is all round and is blessed with talent to do all types of works he becomes famous because of his deeds and many people work under him and seek his valuable guidance that is why we should perform such deeds so that we become successful in all our endeavors.
It is the responsibility of the guide or leader to engage in activities that lead to welfare of society.
(56) VACHE KRUNCHAHA |
-------------(24/31 Yajurveda)
The speech of a crane.
Every person should have the gift of speech so that they can express their thoughts accordingly. One should know to gauge a situation well and then speak otherwise it could lead to animosity and embarrassing situations.
A person who learns to express maximum in minimum words is the person who shall definitely attain success on the basis of his eloquent speech.
25
(57) ISHTAM VEETAMBHIRGUTA VARSHATKRITAM TAM DEVASAHA PRATI GRIBHNANTYASHWAM |
-------------(25/37,Yajurveda)
Those scholar call that person only, their leader who is radiant, loved by all , hard working and progressive.
The person having the above qualities only can be, accepted as the leader and people follow only such a person accordingly. That is why we should all strive to improve our skills.
26
(58) SAKAMAM ADHWANASKURU SANGYANAMASTU ME AMUNA |
-------------(26/1 Yajurveda)
You accept all these paths according to your desire may I attain knowledge by strength and object.
One should realise one's potentials and capabilities before treading on the path of either desired goal so that it may be easy to attain the eternal truth or knowledge of the self.
(59) DHIYA VIPRO AJAYAT |
-------------(26/15, Yajurveda)
A thinker is gifted with a unique intellect.
A person who is contemplative and intelligent achieves all what he desires. All people listen, but few of them contemplate. That is why we should all make an effort and contemplate.
27
(60) URDHVA ASYA SAMIDHO BHAVANTYURDHWA SHUKRA SHOCHINSHYAGNEHE DIUMATTAMA SUPRATIKASYA SUNOHO |
-------------(27/11 Yajurveda)
The flames of fire in an altar rise up into the sky and the rays of light also move upwards. We learn that flames from the sacrificial altar and the rays of light emerging from it rise upwards . This means that the radiance of knowledge always helps the person to attain a high position and always be successful in all pursuits.
(61) EMAM YAGYAMAVATAMDHWARAM NA |
-------------(27/17, Yajurveda)
May our peaceful and non-violent religious sacrifice be protect in the righteous manner.
Just in the same way as a yagya needs fire and air, to be accomplished, in the same way every person should engage in constructive work so that he accomplishes the work properly.
(62) YUTHAM PATA SWASTIBHIHI SADA NAHA |
-------------(27/28 Yajurveda)
O Sages ! may your desire to do welfare of all, always protect us.
Scholars always desire the well being of one and all in the same way as, fire and air add to the Yagya. The air protects fire by constantly airing it and keeping it alive. The scholars give guidance to the weak and people who have gone astray so that they fulfill all their desires by always treading on the path of righteousness.
(63) PAHI CHATASRIBHIRVASO |
-------------(27/43, Yajurveda)
O Agni ! Protect us by the 4 types of knowledge i.e. Rik, Yaju, Sama and Atharva.
The word "Vedas' means knowledge which is classified into 4 types. The characteristics of Rik are - welfare, attainment of the supreme soul, experiencing the beatitude of God, internal happiness, piousness, adhering to one's duties, Love , penance, pity , altruism , benevolence and service etc. The characteristics of Yaju are valiance , attainments, courageousness, protection, leadership, success, prestige and victory etc. The characteristics of Sama are, performing arts , play , happiness, entertainment, literature, music art, sensual pleasure, progressiveness and contemplation. The characteristics of Atharva are, luxury and wealth, accumulation of things, aids of consumerism and accessories of household usage.
The 4 Vedas resemble Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha which help in our welfare. We can attain all these 4 states with knowledge.
28
(64) DEVISTISRASTITSRO DEVIHI PATIMINORAM VARDHANAYAN |
-------------(28/18, Yajurveda)
The 3 goddesses help the protector Indra.
Bharati protects the Dyuloka. The companion of RudraGana Saraswati protects the Yagya and Ida protects the Bhuloka and help the performer of the Yagya in his work.
When the performer accomplishes the yagya he gets the desired results and benefits from it. The 3 goddesses definitely help that person who strive selflessly on the path of Karma (actions)
29
(65) KETUM KRINAVANNA KETAVE DESHOMARYA APESHASE | SAMUSHABH DIRAJAYATHA HA ||
-------------(29/37,Yajureda)
O Agni ! Bless the ignorant with knowledge and bless the ugly or the not so beautiful with beauty. You are the one who rises alike the mornings and exhibit yourself in totality. Knowledge destroys ignorance and inspires us to do great and noble deeds. When a Karmayogi moves on the path of karma and attains the desired he experiences divine happiness and comes nearer to God. That is why one should start one's work early in the morning so that he progresses and moves on the path of success.
(66) RATHE TISHTHAN NAYATI VAJINAHA PURO YATRA YATRA KAMAYATE SUPARITHANA | ABHISHUNAM MAHIMANAM PANAYATA MANAHA PASHCHADANU YACHCHANTI RASHMAYAHA |
-------------(29/43, Yajurveda)
The charioteer can direct the horses of the chariot to anywhere, he pleases, learn the importance of the 'reins' that control the mind which is alike uncontrollable horse.
To attain one's goal one can controls the mind which is fickle by the reins of purushartha(4 attainments). One should strive incessantly to control the mind.
30
(67) VISHWANI DEVA SAVITARDURITANI PARASUVA | YUDBHADRAM TANNA ASUNA ||
-------------(30/3, Yajurveda)
O Lord! Destroy all that is evil and bring near us all that is good.
We should always be ready to accept good and abstain from all bad. We should strictly abhor bad thoughts, bad habits and bad deeds and should prefer good thoughts habits and deeds. This is the best path to purification, Purification leads to self-development and consequently success.
(68) BRAHMANE BRAHMANAM,KSHATRAYA RAJANYAM|
-------------(30/5,Yajurveda)
The person who is desirous of knowledge should go to a scholar and the person desirous of valiance should go to a Kshatriya.
Only by coming in the tutelage of the learned man can one acquire knowledge and the people desirous of becoming courageous should seek the tutelage of a Kshatriya. One should imbibe the best qualities by seeking the studentship of such great men.
(69) TAPASE KAULALAM ||
-------------(30/7, Yajurveda)
The dignified should always practice penance.
Penana-basically includes following the set of rules, self -study concentration, altruism , contemplation, worship giving sermons, inspiration to engage in good deeds and oneness in speech and action.
Those people who are born in the noble clan are incessantly engaging in wrong deeds. People born in noble clans should engage in good deeds and activities.
(70) RITAYE STENAHRIDAYAM |
-------------(30/3, Yajurveda)
The best way to fight the enemy's army is to accompany such a person who keeps his thoughts concealed as a robber.
During war time one should devoid acting independently. All the decisions should be taken in total secrecy. The person who conceals all his thoughts and does not exhibit it neither through speech nor actions, such a person is known as Sten-Hridya (One whose heart is alike a robber's heart)
(71) YAMAYA YAMSOOM |
-------------(30/15, Yajurveda)
To know the rules and self-rules one ought to seek the guidance of the scholars.
One should properly adhere to the constitution of the country . The law makers analyse the laws neutrally for the well being of the country.
(72) PRATISHRUTKAYA ARTANAM |
-------------(30/19, Yajurveda)
Become sagacious to take the oath. He is known as an 'Atena' who criticizes the bad and praises the good and noble . An 'Atena' is straight forward and he is devoid of wickedness. One should therefore support the good should be away from bias and should always strive for the well being of one and all. If you do so you shall fulfill all your desires and shall succeed in all endeavors.
YAJURVEDA
YAJURVEDA
(30) PUNAR URJAA NI VARTTASVA PUR RAGNA ISHAA AAYUSHAA PUNARNAH PAHMAM HASAH
-------------(12/9, Yajurveda)
O Agni, I invoke you along with your energy and radiance. Give us good food, bless us with long life and protect us from sin.
The ultimate objective of human life is to be free from sin. Therefore one should always aspire for increment of strength, food and long life because each of them is dependent on other. One should always endeavour to be free from any type of deficiency because destitute leads us to sin.
31. AVA PATANTIR VADANDIVA OSHADH YASPARI VAM JEEVAM ASHNAVAA MAHAI NA SA RISHYATI PURUSHAH.
-------------(12/91, Yajurveda)
Herbs (medicines),while descending down from heaven to earth proclaimed "those who eat us, are never destroyed.
This particular 'richa' eulogises the importance and utility of Herbs. Medicine cure us and give us relief from all type of ailments/diseases provided they are taken on the prescription of an efficient doctor. By taking these medicines one can also escape death which means that they give us a long life.
32. SAMYAK SRAVANTI SARITO NA DHENAA ANTARHRIDDA MANASAA POOYAMAANAAH
-------------(13/38, Yajurveda)
Speech emanating from a pure heart and mind of learned men and scholars are naturally pure just like water of a river.
We should speak only after our thoughts have been purified and our mind and heart have become pure. We should avoid speaking unpleasant things which our heart and mind do not approve of. This means to say that one should speak twice before speaking.
33. AAYURME PAAHI PRAANAM MEIM PAAHMA PAANAM MEIM PAAHI VYAANAM MEIM PAAHI CHAKSHURME PAAHI SHROTRAM MEIM PAAHI VAACHAM MEIM PINVA MANO MEIN JINVAAT MAANAAM MEIM PAAHI JYOTIRME YACHCHAM.
-------------(14/17, Yajurveda)
O God! Protect my life,protect my vital force, protect my 'Apaan' and 'Vyaan' vayu, protect both my eyes, both my ears, bless my mind and speech, protect my soul and bless us with radiance.
Self-development can not take place until and unless our heart, mind, body and soul have been purified. Once this is done the process of self-development's inception starts automatically which shall unequivocally lead to success and prosperity.
34. ISHE TVONJE TVAA RAIYAI TVAA POSHAAYA TVAA LOKAM TO INDRAM
-------------(14/22, Yajurveda)
I accept you(Agni) for you are the provider of food grains and the nurturer of all.May you protect this world! Everybody adores the great king Indra.
Agni or fire is the one that gives us food because it is present in sunlight which is necessary for germination of seeds and growth of plants. Agni(heat) is imperative for growth and energy therefore one should take maximum advantage of this natural force for the production of diverse things. This will automatically lead to the use of 'Agni' for the welfare of all and as a result everywhere peace and prosperity will prevail.
35. RASMINAA SATYAAYA SATYAM JIND PRETINAA DHARMANAA DHARMA JINVA
-------------(15/6, Yajurveda)
Pacify truth with the help of 'Agni' so that nothing but truth prevails and pacify 'Dharma' by imbibition of supreme and divine knowledge.
One should always adhere by 'Satya'(truth) and accept it in totality so that it can be protected. One should not only imbibe the divine knowledge but also bring it in practice because this is the only way of protecting 'Dharma'. Imbibition of 'Satya' and 'Dharma' in one's life automatically leads to self development. So it is imperative that for the 'preservation of Truth' and 'prevalence of Dharma' we bring both of them into practice.
(36) PRATIPADASI PRATIPADE TVAA ANUPADASYANUPADE TVAA SAMPADASI SAMPADE TVAA TEJO ASI TEJASE TVAA ||
-------------(15/8, Yajurveda)
You are the intellect! I invoke you so that I am blessed with intelligence; You are the cereals! I invoke you for the attainment of food-grains; You are the wealth! I invoke you so that I am blessed with prosperity; You are the radiance! I invoke you so that I am blessed with brilliance.
A man is judged by his intelligence.Knowledge increases with the refinement of intelligence because it becomes easy to grasp knowledge. By eating nutritious food the body gets energy necessary to perform our regular duties. Wealth and prosperity determines man's status and capability in the society and so it has it's own importance which can not be overlooked. In the same manner attractiveness and magnetism of man's personality is the result of his inner radiance. Therefore a man should endeavour to adopts all the means that are helpful in the growth and increment of intelligence, food-grains, wealth and radiance.
(37) PRAVRIDASI PAVRITE TVAA VIVRIDASI VIVRITE TVAA SAVRIDASI SAVRITE TVAA |
-------------(15/9 Yajurveda)
You are the one who inspire everybody to do his duty; I am inspired by your 'inspiration of duty';You are directly or indirectly involved with each and every action that takes place in this world. Your morality is impeccable and that is why I am inspired by you.
We should take inspiration from learned-people and sages and put them into practice. We should try to accomplish our work by employing fair means. A scholar who also possesses good character is respected and emulated by all.
(38) YATHA NAH SARVAMIJJA GADAYAKSHMAM SUMANAA ASAT |
-------------(16/4 Yajurveda)
O Rudra ! may the entire universe be free from diseases and all it's inhabitants should be blessed with supreme thoughts.
A healthy mind resides in a healthy body. Good thought can be imbibed by reading and studying good books and by contemplating on them. Therefore one should regularly exercise and take nutritious food.
(39) NIHAARENA PRAAVRITAA JALPYAA CHAASUTRIP UKTHA SHAASASCHARANTI |
-------------(17/31 YAJURVEDA)
Those whose minds are covered by the darkness of ignorance, who merely play with words just to impress people and receive their recognition as 'enlightened-souls' but believe only in preserving their bodies are nothing but hyppocrites. Ignorance makes a man atheist and makes him bereft of divine knowledge the attainment of which is the prime objective of man's life. Just as the maxim goes that 'little knowledge is dangerous things' such pseudo-intellectuals are a threat to the society because they poison the minds of common man. One cannot attain god unless ignorance is washed away. Ignorant people search God 'without' but the fact is that God is present within each individual in the form of consciousness- the fountainhead of divine-knowledge. The attainment of divine-knowledge leads to 'bliss' and finally 'God-realisation'.
(40) UDGRAABHAM CHA NIGRAABHAM CHA BRAHMA DEVAA AVEEVRIDHAN |
-------------(17/64 Yajurveda)
May the Gods bless us with supreme capabilities so that we are always victor against our enemies and so that our knowledge is enhanced. In this particular 'richa' the deities have been prayed for strength and might so that we are successful in vanquishing our enemies. One should therefore constantly try to enhance his knowledge and strive for self-improvement by employing intelligent means so that our enemies don't even think of any misdemeanour against us.
(41) EYAKSHMAANAA BHRIGUBHIH SAJOSHHAH SWARYANTU YAJAMAANAAH SWASTI |
-------------(17/69 Yajurveda)
Even a desire of performing Yagya is enough to destroy all the sins of a man alongwith othe added benefits like love for mankind and attainment to heaven. This particular 'richa' eulogises the virtues of 'yagya' in glowing terms and implying that one who makes a resolution to perform an 'yagya' and then accomplishes it successfully not only get absolved of all his sins but is also blessed with many other virtues like love for entire mankind.Such a man definitely attains to heaven after his death.
(42) VAAJASHYA ME PRASAVASHCHA ME PRAYATISHCHA MEIN
PRASITISHCHA MEIN DHEETISHCHA MEIN KRATUSHCHA ME
SWASHCHA ME SHLOKASHCHA ME SHRAVASHCHA ME
SHRUTISHCHA ME JYOTISHCHA ME SWASHCHA ME YAGYENA KALPANTAAMA|
-------------(18/1 Yajurveda)
May the peformance of this 'yagya' brings to me- food, comforts, perseverance , discriminative-intelligence , pure-speech and hearing, radiance, inner-strength and energy to performs and eulogise the virtues of 'Yagya'.
The acquirement of above mentioned virtues and qualities shall unequivocally lead to success and prosperity.
(43) YADAA KUTAATSAM SUSRODDHADO VAA MANASO VAA SAMBHRITAM CHAKSHUSHO VAA |
-------------(18/58 Yajurveda)
One should endeavour to acquire 'absolute-knowledge' by keeping his heart, mind and all the senses (external) open. The source of knowledge is undoubtedly within us. We have to just imbibe it by self -study, introspection, contemplation and action. We would strive to enhance our 'knowledge' as much as possible.
(44) SHANYUNA PATNI SANYAAJAANSA MISHTA YAJUSHAA SANSTHAAM |
-------------(19/29, Yajurveda)
Practice of self-control and restraint is helpful in developing a cordial relationship between husband and wife. Unanimous decision decision taken by an institution helps it to function smoothly. Any plan that an institution or an organisation desires to implement for the welfare of society can not be successful unless and until it is unanimous. Difference of opinions will definitely mar its prospects.
Similarly,over-indulgence in sensual pleasues acts as a barrier and hinderence in married life. By exercising little bit of self-control one can tremenously enjoy his married life. Excess of anything leads to monotony and gradual decline of interest in that particular thing on the contrary a 'middle-path' always increases its charm.
(45) VRATENA DIKSHAA MAAPNOTI DIKSHAAYAA AAPNOTI DAKSHINAAM DAKSHINAA SHRADDHA-MAAPNOT SHRADDHYA SATYA MAAPYATE|
-------------(19/30, Yajurveda)
Austerities helps a man to attain efficiency. Efficiency develops faith which is helpful in experiencing 'Satya' or truth.
When a person resolves to do a Yagya,he naturally puts his heart and soul into it for its successful accomplishment. Constant practise of austerities increases his eficiency. Accomplishment of austerities and the resultasnt efficiency develops staunch-faith and unflinching-devotion in 'Yagya'. Ultimately, devotion and faith in Yagya helps him to experience 'Satya' or truth.
(46) RITEN SATYAM INDRIYAM VIPAANAM SHUKRAMANDHASA INDRASYE INDRIYAMIDAM PAYO AMRITAM MADHU|
-------------(19/76, Yajurveda)
Realisation of absolute-truth and the consequential knowledge urges him to indulge in virtuous deeds which automatically brings abundance of food, milk, honey, comfort, radiance, glory, powerful and strong army.
By following the righteous path one can get all the good qualities and things mentioned above. Therefore, one should strive for 'Satya' and follow the righteous path with unwavering faith.
(47) NISHSAADA DHRITVRATO VARUNAH PASTYAASWA SAAMRAAJYAAYA SUKRATUH MRITYOH PAAHI VIDYOTPAHI|
-------------(20/2, Yajurveda)
May who treads the path of truth and accomplishes austerities of the 'yagya' be blessed with 'good-intellect' and earn honour and respect in the society for his good deeds. May he protect the people from life threatening natural events like 'lightening' and 'death'.
The person who accomplishes his tasks in a desciplined way is blessed with leadership qualities and he naturally becomes the leader of the masses. It is natural for such a man to think of people's well-being and welfare. Such benevolent deeds naturally brings name and fame to him and he receives honour and accolades from people.
(48) BAAHU ME BALAM INDRIYAM HASTAU ME KARMA VEERYAM|
-------------(20/7, Yajurveda)
May my shoulders and every sense organ be strong. May both my hands be blessed with valiance and be constantly engaged in deeds.
There is no doubt that if sense organs and limbs are active and functioning to their potential then it naturally shows on man's strength and power.
(49) MAHO ARNAH SARASWATI PRA CHETAYATI KETUNAA DHIYO VISHWA VI RAAJATI|
-------------(20/86, Yajurveda)
Saraswati- the goddess of knowledge and learning illuminates the vast expanse of the sky with the light of consciousness and enlightens the minds of people with all kinds of diverse knowledge.
It is explained that goddess enlightens all the minds with knowledge. Emulating Her,a man should with the help of his awakened consciousness illuminate his mind with the light of knowledge.
(50) SHAM NO BHAVANTU VAAJINO HAVESHU DEVATAATAA MITADRAVAH SWARKAAH| JAMBHAYANTO AHIM VRIKAM RAKSHAANSI SANEMYASMADYU YAVANA NAMIVAAH||
-------------(21/10, Yajurveda)
O Scholars! Just like the deities invoked in the 'Yagya',you are strong and intelligent, disciplined and blessed with supreme-knowledge. May you free us from the terror of snakes, demons, wolves so that our yagya could be accomplished successfully and we are blessed with eternal happiness and good health. Scholars who are expert of their respective fields are respected by masses. During the vedic period people were faced problems in accomplishing their yagyas because of wild creatures like snakes, demons wolves, etc.So,in this richa scholars are invoked to neutralize the terror of such problematic creatures.
(51) TATSA VITUR VARENYAM BHARGO DEVASYA DHEEMAHI DHIYO YONAH PRACHODAYAT|
-------------(22/9,30/2, Yajurveda)
We contemplate on the divine form of Almighty, who is the creator,protector and preserver of the Universe and who inspires our intelligence to follow the path of virtuosity.
Gayatri Mantra has been formed by adding 'Om Bhurbhuvah Swah' in the above mantra of the Yajurveda. The Gayatri mantra is as follows-
AUM BHUR BHUVAH SWHAH TATSA VITUR VARENYAM BHARGO DEVASYA DHEEMAHI DHIYO YONAH PRACHODAYAAT|
This mantra means - 'AUM' the supreme cosmic soul is the creator of this universe and the provider of all the comforts and luxuries of life. He is the one, who enlightens the minds of all the creatures- who is pure and free from any kind of impurity and worthy of being eulogised.
We consecrate this almighty in the temple of our heart so that he leads us to the path of virtuosity by making our intelligence pure. Having unflinching devotion in Him and indulging oneselves in virtuous deeds gives peace and prosperity.
(52) AAYURYAGYEN KALPATAAM PRANO YAGYEN KALPATAAM CHAKSHURYAGYEN KALPATAAM SHROTRAM YAGYEN KALPATAAM VAAGYAGYEN KALPATAAM MANO YAGYEN KALPATAAM ATMAYAGYEN KALPATAAM BRAHMAA YAGYEN KALPATAAM JYOTIRYAGYEN KALPATAAM SWARYAGYEN KALPATAAM PRISHTHAM YAGYEN KALPATAAM YAGYO YAGYEN KALPATAAM|
-------------(22/23, Yajurveda).
May the accomplishment of 'Yagya' bless us with long-life. May the accomplishment of 'Yagya' strenghthen our vital-force or 'prana'. May the accomplishment of 'Yagya' strenghthen our vision. May the accomplishment of 'Yagya' improve our hearing. May the accomplishment of 'Yagya' improve our speech. May our soul become enlightened by the virtues attained from the performance of 'Yagya'.May 'Brahma' derive power from the 'Yagya'. May the flames of self-knowledge be enkindled in our heart by the virtue of Yagya. May we attain to 'Swarga' and 'Brahmaloka' by the virtues of 'Yagya'. Let the accomplishment of 'Yagya' propagates the tradition of 'Yagya'.
DONATE
Ayurveda Store
Bhajans & Slokas & Mantras MP3
Bhajan's MP3
Chalisa MP3
Sloka MP3
Meditation MP3
Bhagavad Gita MP3
Chants of Shiva Mp3
Rig Veda Mp3
Atharva Veda mp3
Sama Veda mp3
Yajur Veda mp3
Chants of Ganesha mp3
Hanuman Bhajans Mp3
Vedas mp3
Maa Durga mp3
Maa Saraswati Mp3
Other MP3
Maa Lakshmi mp3
Maa Santoshi Mp3
Lord Rama mp3
Guru Gita mp3
Meditation On Gita mp3
Ramcharitmanas mp3
Ramayan mp3
Anup Jalota Bhajans mp3
Bhaj Govindam mp3
Dhun Stuti mp3
Hindi Bhajans mp3
Ramayan Chopaiya mp3
Krishna Bhajans mp3
Aarti mp3
Sai Baba Bhajans mp3
Mata Bhajans mp3
Satsangi Bhajans mp3
Satsangi 2 Bhajans mp3
Guru Maa Meditation mp3
Mata Vaishno Devi Bhajans mp3
Ramayan Amrit Dohawali mp3
Meditation Flute Music mp3
Hindu Instrumental mp3
Kabir's Doha Mp3
Bhajans From Films mp3
Lord Ganesh Bhajans mp3
Lord Krishna Bhajans mp3
Lord Shani Bhajans & Aarti mp3
OM mp3
Nirguni Bhajans mp3
Durga Mata Bhajans mp3
Saraswati Mata Bhajan mp3
Lord Shiva Bhajan mp3
Gayatri Aarti & Sloka mp3
Bhajans on lord krishna mp3
Bhaj - Govindam mp3
Mata Ganga Aaarti & Stotra mp3
Satyanarayan Ki Vrat Katha mp3
All Gods Sahasaranam mp3
Devi Path mp3
Yoga Sutra MP3
Durga Saptashati MP3
Gujarati Filmi Bhajans mp3
Gujarati Bhajans mp3
Gujarati Aarti mp3
Tamil Bhajans mp3
Viswambhari Stuti in Gujarati mp3
Art & Culture
Astrology
Beliefs & Practices
Bhajans & Slokas MP3
Buddhism
Free Download Center
Hindu Women
India: Past & Present
Temples & Organizations
How To Become Hindu
Living With Shiva
Dancing With Shiva
Merging With Shiva
Loving Ganesha
How To Do Meditation
How To Do Pranayam
Ayurveda
Diet Tips
The Lost Years of Jesus Christ
Videos Collection
Animated Ramayan
Animated Hanuman
Ganesha Milk Miracle
Sunderkhand Video
Maharishi Om Yoga Camp
Vedic Chanting
Shringi Rishi Videos
Vedic Scientific Knowledge Videos
Vedic Science Videos
Gita in Spanish Videos
Gita in English Videos
(30) PUNAR URJAA NI VARTTASVA PUR RAGNA ISHAA AAYUSHAA PUNARNAH PAHMAM HASAH
-------------(12/9, Yajurveda)
O Agni, I invoke you along with your energy and radiance. Give us good food, bless us with long life and protect us from sin.
The ultimate objective of human life is to be free from sin. Therefore one should always aspire for increment of strength, food and long life because each of them is dependent on other. One should always endeavour to be free from any type of deficiency because destitute leads us to sin.
31. AVA PATANTIR VADANDIVA OSHADH YASPARI VAM JEEVAM ASHNAVAA MAHAI NA SA RISHYATI PURUSHAH.
-------------(12/91, Yajurveda)
Herbs (medicines),while descending down from heaven to earth proclaimed "those who eat us, are never destroyed.
This particular 'richa' eulogises the importance and utility of Herbs. Medicine cure us and give us relief from all type of ailments/diseases provided they are taken on the prescription of an efficient doctor. By taking these medicines one can also escape death which means that they give us a long life.
32. SAMYAK SRAVANTI SARITO NA DHENAA ANTARHRIDDA MANASAA POOYAMAANAAH
-------------(13/38, Yajurveda)
Speech emanating from a pure heart and mind of learned men and scholars are naturally pure just like water of a river.
We should speak only after our thoughts have been purified and our mind and heart have become pure. We should avoid speaking unpleasant things which our heart and mind do not approve of. This means to say that one should speak twice before speaking.
33. AAYURME PAAHI PRAANAM MEIM PAAHMA PAANAM MEIM PAAHI VYAANAM MEIM PAAHI CHAKSHURME PAAHI SHROTRAM MEIM PAAHI VAACHAM MEIM PINVA MANO MEIN JINVAAT MAANAAM MEIM PAAHI JYOTIRME YACHCHAM.
-------------(14/17, Yajurveda)
O God! Protect my life,protect my vital force, protect my 'Apaan' and 'Vyaan' vayu, protect both my eyes, both my ears, bless my mind and speech, protect my soul and bless us with radiance.
Self-development can not take place until and unless our heart, mind, body and soul have been purified. Once this is done the process of self-development's inception starts automatically which shall unequivocally lead to success and prosperity.
34. ISHE TVONJE TVAA RAIYAI TVAA POSHAAYA TVAA LOKAM TO INDRAM
-------------(14/22, Yajurveda)
I accept you(Agni) for you are the provider of food grains and the nurturer of all.May you protect this world! Everybody adores the great king Indra.
Agni or fire is the one that gives us food because it is present in sunlight which is necessary for germination of seeds and growth of plants. Agni(heat) is imperative for growth and energy therefore one should take maximum advantage of this natural force for the production of diverse things. This will automatically lead to the use of 'Agni' for the welfare of all and as a result everywhere peace and prosperity will prevail.
35. RASMINAA SATYAAYA SATYAM JIND PRETINAA DHARMANAA DHARMA JINVA
-------------(15/6, Yajurveda)
Pacify truth with the help of 'Agni' so that nothing but truth prevails and pacify 'Dharma' by imbibition of supreme and divine knowledge.
One should always adhere by 'Satya'(truth) and accept it in totality so that it can be protected. One should not only imbibe the divine knowledge but also bring it in practice because this is the only way of protecting 'Dharma'. Imbibition of 'Satya' and 'Dharma' in one's life automatically leads to self development. So it is imperative that for the 'preservation of Truth' and 'prevalence of Dharma' we bring both of them into practice.
(36) PRATIPADASI PRATIPADE TVAA ANUPADASYANUPADE TVAA SAMPADASI SAMPADE TVAA TEJO ASI TEJASE TVAA ||
-------------(15/8, Yajurveda)
You are the intellect! I invoke you so that I am blessed with intelligence; You are the cereals! I invoke you for the attainment of food-grains; You are the wealth! I invoke you so that I am blessed with prosperity; You are the radiance! I invoke you so that I am blessed with brilliance.
A man is judged by his intelligence.Knowledge increases with the refinement of intelligence because it becomes easy to grasp knowledge. By eating nutritious food the body gets energy necessary to perform our regular duties. Wealth and prosperity determines man's status and capability in the society and so it has it's own importance which can not be overlooked. In the same manner attractiveness and magnetism of man's personality is the result of his inner radiance. Therefore a man should endeavour to adopts all the means that are helpful in the growth and increment of intelligence, food-grains, wealth and radiance.
(37) PRAVRIDASI PAVRITE TVAA VIVRIDASI VIVRITE TVAA SAVRIDASI SAVRITE TVAA |
-------------(15/9 Yajurveda)
You are the one who inspire everybody to do his duty; I am inspired by your 'inspiration of duty';You are directly or indirectly involved with each and every action that takes place in this world. Your morality is impeccable and that is why I am inspired by you.
We should take inspiration from learned-people and sages and put them into practice. We should try to accomplish our work by employing fair means. A scholar who also possesses good character is respected and emulated by all.
(38) YATHA NAH SARVAMIJJA GADAYAKSHMAM SUMANAA ASAT |
-------------(16/4 Yajurveda)
O Rudra ! may the entire universe be free from diseases and all it's inhabitants should be blessed with supreme thoughts.
A healthy mind resides in a healthy body. Good thought can be imbibed by reading and studying good books and by contemplating on them. Therefore one should regularly exercise and take nutritious food.
(39) NIHAARENA PRAAVRITAA JALPYAA CHAASUTRIP UKTHA SHAASASCHARANTI |
-------------(17/31 YAJURVEDA)
Those whose minds are covered by the darkness of ignorance, who merely play with words just to impress people and receive their recognition as 'enlightened-souls' but believe only in preserving their bodies are nothing but hyppocrites. Ignorance makes a man atheist and makes him bereft of divine knowledge the attainment of which is the prime objective of man's life. Just as the maxim goes that 'little knowledge is dangerous things' such pseudo-intellectuals are a threat to the society because they poison the minds of common man. One cannot attain god unless ignorance is washed away. Ignorant people search God 'without' but the fact is that God is present within each individual in the form of consciousness- the fountainhead of divine-knowledge. The attainment of divine-knowledge leads to 'bliss' and finally 'God-realisation'.
(40) UDGRAABHAM CHA NIGRAABHAM CHA BRAHMA DEVAA AVEEVRIDHAN |
-------------(17/64 Yajurveda)
May the Gods bless us with supreme capabilities so that we are always victor against our enemies and so that our knowledge is enhanced. In this particular 'richa' the deities have been prayed for strength and might so that we are successful in vanquishing our enemies. One should therefore constantly try to enhance his knowledge and strive for self-improvement by employing intelligent means so that our enemies don't even think of any misdemeanour against us.
(41) EYAKSHMAANAA BHRIGUBHIH SAJOSHHAH SWARYANTU YAJAMAANAAH SWASTI |
-------------(17/69 Yajurveda)
Even a desire of performing Yagya is enough to destroy all the sins of a man alongwith othe added benefits like love for mankind and attainment to heaven. This particular 'richa' eulogises the virtues of 'yagya' in glowing terms and implying that one who makes a resolution to perform an 'yagya' and then accomplishes it successfully not only get absolved of all his sins but is also blessed with many other virtues like love for entire mankind.Such a man definitely attains to heaven after his death.
(42) VAAJASHYA ME PRASAVASHCHA ME PRAYATISHCHA MEIN
PRASITISHCHA MEIN DHEETISHCHA MEIN KRATUSHCHA ME
SWASHCHA ME SHLOKASHCHA ME SHRAVASHCHA ME
SHRUTISHCHA ME JYOTISHCHA ME SWASHCHA ME YAGYENA KALPANTAAMA|
-------------(18/1 Yajurveda)
May the peformance of this 'yagya' brings to me- food, comforts, perseverance , discriminative-intelligence , pure-speech and hearing, radiance, inner-strength and energy to performs and eulogise the virtues of 'Yagya'.
The acquirement of above mentioned virtues and qualities shall unequivocally lead to success and prosperity.
(43) YADAA KUTAATSAM SUSRODDHADO VAA MANASO VAA SAMBHRITAM CHAKSHUSHO VAA |
-------------(18/58 Yajurveda)
One should endeavour to acquire 'absolute-knowledge' by keeping his heart, mind and all the senses (external) open. The source of knowledge is undoubtedly within us. We have to just imbibe it by self -study, introspection, contemplation and action. We would strive to enhance our 'knowledge' as much as possible.
(44) SHANYUNA PATNI SANYAAJAANSA MISHTA YAJUSHAA SANSTHAAM |
-------------(19/29, Yajurveda)
Practice of self-control and restraint is helpful in developing a cordial relationship between husband and wife. Unanimous decision decision taken by an institution helps it to function smoothly. Any plan that an institution or an organisation desires to implement for the welfare of society can not be successful unless and until it is unanimous. Difference of opinions will definitely mar its prospects.
Similarly,over-indulgence in sensual pleasues acts as a barrier and hinderence in married life. By exercising little bit of self-control one can tremenously enjoy his married life. Excess of anything leads to monotony and gradual decline of interest in that particular thing on the contrary a 'middle-path' always increases its charm.
(45) VRATENA DIKSHAA MAAPNOTI DIKSHAAYAA AAPNOTI DAKSHINAAM DAKSHINAA SHRADDHA-MAAPNOT SHRADDHYA SATYA MAAPYATE|
-------------(19/30, Yajurveda)
Austerities helps a man to attain efficiency. Efficiency develops faith which is helpful in experiencing 'Satya' or truth.
When a person resolves to do a Yagya,he naturally puts his heart and soul into it for its successful accomplishment. Constant practise of austerities increases his eficiency. Accomplishment of austerities and the resultasnt efficiency develops staunch-faith and unflinching-devotion in 'Yagya'. Ultimately, devotion and faith in Yagya helps him to experience 'Satya' or truth.
(46) RITEN SATYAM INDRIYAM VIPAANAM SHUKRAMANDHASA INDRASYE INDRIYAMIDAM PAYO AMRITAM MADHU|
-------------(19/76, Yajurveda)
Realisation of absolute-truth and the consequential knowledge urges him to indulge in virtuous deeds which automatically brings abundance of food, milk, honey, comfort, radiance, glory, powerful and strong army.
By following the righteous path one can get all the good qualities and things mentioned above. Therefore, one should strive for 'Satya' and follow the righteous path with unwavering faith.
(47) NISHSAADA DHRITVRATO VARUNAH PASTYAASWA SAAMRAAJYAAYA SUKRATUH MRITYOH PAAHI VIDYOTPAHI|
-------------(20/2, Yajurveda)
May who treads the path of truth and accomplishes austerities of the 'yagya' be blessed with 'good-intellect' and earn honour and respect in the society for his good deeds. May he protect the people from life threatening natural events like 'lightening' and 'death'.
The person who accomplishes his tasks in a desciplined way is blessed with leadership qualities and he naturally becomes the leader of the masses. It is natural for such a man to think of people's well-being and welfare. Such benevolent deeds naturally brings name and fame to him and he receives honour and accolades from people.
(48) BAAHU ME BALAM INDRIYAM HASTAU ME KARMA VEERYAM|
-------------(20/7, Yajurveda)
May my shoulders and every sense organ be strong. May both my hands be blessed with valiance and be constantly engaged in deeds.
There is no doubt that if sense organs and limbs are active and functioning to their potential then it naturally shows on man's strength and power.
(49) MAHO ARNAH SARASWATI PRA CHETAYATI KETUNAA DHIYO VISHWA VI RAAJATI|
-------------(20/86, Yajurveda)
Saraswati- the goddess of knowledge and learning illuminates the vast expanse of the sky with the light of consciousness and enlightens the minds of people with all kinds of diverse knowledge.
It is explained that goddess enlightens all the minds with knowledge. Emulating Her,a man should with the help of his awakened consciousness illuminate his mind with the light of knowledge.
(50) SHAM NO BHAVANTU VAAJINO HAVESHU DEVATAATAA MITADRAVAH SWARKAAH| JAMBHAYANTO AHIM VRIKAM RAKSHAANSI SANEMYASMADYU YAVANA NAMIVAAH||
-------------(21/10, Yajurveda)
O Scholars! Just like the deities invoked in the 'Yagya',you are strong and intelligent, disciplined and blessed with supreme-knowledge. May you free us from the terror of snakes, demons, wolves so that our yagya could be accomplished successfully and we are blessed with eternal happiness and good health. Scholars who are expert of their respective fields are respected by masses. During the vedic period people were faced problems in accomplishing their yagyas because of wild creatures like snakes, demons wolves, etc.So,in this richa scholars are invoked to neutralize the terror of such problematic creatures.
(51) TATSA VITUR VARENYAM BHARGO DEVASYA DHEEMAHI DHIYO YONAH PRACHODAYAT|
-------------(22/9,30/2, Yajurveda)
We contemplate on the divine form of Almighty, who is the creator,protector and preserver of the Universe and who inspires our intelligence to follow the path of virtuosity.
Gayatri Mantra has been formed by adding 'Om Bhurbhuvah Swah' in the above mantra of the Yajurveda. The Gayatri mantra is as follows-
AUM BHUR BHUVAH SWHAH TATSA VITUR VARENYAM BHARGO DEVASYA DHEEMAHI DHIYO YONAH PRACHODAYAAT|
This mantra means - 'AUM' the supreme cosmic soul is the creator of this universe and the provider of all the comforts and luxuries of life. He is the one, who enlightens the minds of all the creatures- who is pure and free from any kind of impurity and worthy of being eulogised.
We consecrate this almighty in the temple of our heart so that he leads us to the path of virtuosity by making our intelligence pure. Having unflinching devotion in Him and indulging oneselves in virtuous deeds gives peace and prosperity.
(52) AAYURYAGYEN KALPATAAM PRANO YAGYEN KALPATAAM CHAKSHURYAGYEN KALPATAAM SHROTRAM YAGYEN KALPATAAM VAAGYAGYEN KALPATAAM MANO YAGYEN KALPATAAM ATMAYAGYEN KALPATAAM BRAHMAA YAGYEN KALPATAAM JYOTIRYAGYEN KALPATAAM SWARYAGYEN KALPATAAM PRISHTHAM YAGYEN KALPATAAM YAGYO YAGYEN KALPATAAM|
-------------(22/23, Yajurveda).
May the accomplishment of 'Yagya' bless us with long-life. May the accomplishment of 'Yagya' strenghthen our vital-force or 'prana'. May the accomplishment of 'Yagya' strenghthen our vision. May the accomplishment of 'Yagya' improve our hearing. May the accomplishment of 'Yagya' improve our speech. May our soul become enlightened by the virtues attained from the performance of 'Yagya'.May 'Brahma' derive power from the 'Yagya'. May the flames of self-knowledge be enkindled in our heart by the virtue of Yagya. May we attain to 'Swarga' and 'Brahmaloka' by the virtues of 'Yagya'. Let the accomplishment of 'Yagya' propagates the tradition of 'Yagya'.
DONATE
Ayurveda Store
Bhajans & Slokas & Mantras MP3
Bhajan's MP3
Chalisa MP3
Sloka MP3
Meditation MP3
Bhagavad Gita MP3
Chants of Shiva Mp3
Rig Veda Mp3
Atharva Veda mp3
Sama Veda mp3
Yajur Veda mp3
Chants of Ganesha mp3
Hanuman Bhajans Mp3
Vedas mp3
Maa Durga mp3
Maa Saraswati Mp3
Other MP3
Maa Lakshmi mp3
Maa Santoshi Mp3
Lord Rama mp3
Guru Gita mp3
Meditation On Gita mp3
Ramcharitmanas mp3
Ramayan mp3
Anup Jalota Bhajans mp3
Bhaj Govindam mp3
Dhun Stuti mp3
Hindi Bhajans mp3
Ramayan Chopaiya mp3
Krishna Bhajans mp3
Aarti mp3
Sai Baba Bhajans mp3
Mata Bhajans mp3
Satsangi Bhajans mp3
Satsangi 2 Bhajans mp3
Guru Maa Meditation mp3
Mata Vaishno Devi Bhajans mp3
Ramayan Amrit Dohawali mp3
Meditation Flute Music mp3
Hindu Instrumental mp3
Kabir's Doha Mp3
Bhajans From Films mp3
Lord Ganesh Bhajans mp3
Lord Krishna Bhajans mp3
Lord Shani Bhajans & Aarti mp3
OM mp3
Nirguni Bhajans mp3
Durga Mata Bhajans mp3
Saraswati Mata Bhajan mp3
Lord Shiva Bhajan mp3
Gayatri Aarti & Sloka mp3
Bhajans on lord krishna mp3
Bhaj - Govindam mp3
Mata Ganga Aaarti & Stotra mp3
Satyanarayan Ki Vrat Katha mp3
All Gods Sahasaranam mp3
Devi Path mp3
Yoga Sutra MP3
Durga Saptashati MP3
Gujarati Filmi Bhajans mp3
Gujarati Bhajans mp3
Gujarati Aarti mp3
Tamil Bhajans mp3
Viswambhari Stuti in Gujarati mp3
Art & Culture
Astrology
Beliefs & Practices
Bhajans & Slokas MP3
Buddhism
Free Download Center
Hindu Women
India: Past & Present
Temples & Organizations
How To Become Hindu
Living With Shiva
Dancing With Shiva
Merging With Shiva
Loving Ganesha
How To Do Meditation
How To Do Pranayam
Ayurveda
Diet Tips
The Lost Years of Jesus Christ
Videos Collection
Animated Ramayan
Animated Hanuman
Ganesha Milk Miracle
Sunderkhand Video
Maharishi Om Yoga Camp
Vedic Chanting
Shringi Rishi Videos
Vedic Scientific Knowledge Videos
Vedic Science Videos
Gita in Spanish Videos
Gita in English Videos
Yajurveda
(15) PRATI PANTHAAM PADMAHI SWASTI GAAMANE HASAM
-------------(4/29, Yajurveda)
May we progress by treading on that virtuous path which is worth treading and where there is no fear of destruction.
We should always try to follow that virtuous path, which is free from obstacles and hurdles because this is necessary for the successful accomplishment of the work. This also leads to progress and prosperity.
For example,if we try our hand at something of which we have no knowledge and experience then failures and disappointments are inevitable. But if we take the opinion of experts of that field and follow his advises there are every chances of accomplishing that work easily and without much problem. Therefore we should follow such a path that leads to happiness and where there is no fear of going astray.
(16) BHAVATAM NAH SAMANASAU SACHET SAAVARE PASAU
MAA YAGYAM HIMSISHTAM MAA YAGYAPATIM JAATVEDASAU SHIVAU BHAVATAMADYA NAH
-------------(5/3 Yajurveda)
O Agni! May your mind be blessed with concentration and equanimity. May your mind be free from illusion. We seek your blessings so that this 'Yagya' as well as the 'Yagyapati' do not get destroyed by your wrath.
Here Agni's blessings are sought so that 'unanimity of thought' prevails and there is no conflict. Agni's blessings are also sought so that our minds become free from doubts and illusions. Progress becomes easy when there is no conflict of thought. Agni's blessings are also sought so that 'Yagya' is accomplished successfully and people move ahead on the path of progress.
(17) YUNJATE MUN UT YUNJATE DHIYO VIPRAA VIPRASYA BRIHATO VIPASHCHITAH
-------------(5/14, Yajurveda)
Scholars, by following the path shown by 'Knowledgeable-predecessors' concentrate their mind on virtuous deeds. Here the importance of following the path shown by learned souls has been emphasised. By emulating learned ones can one attain wisdom necessary to discriminate between evil and good. These great souls have attained knowledge after great contemplation and hence their wisdom is unquestionable.
The commoners can become knowledgeable only by emulating the senior scholars who are more knowledgeable and by following their sayings and teachings. A man who has acquired knowledge in this manner finds it easy to remain on the path of virtuosity. Such a man, with the help of his thus acquired intellect always engage himself in good deeds and treads on the path of yoga(Yoga-marg).
6
(18) MAAHIR BHOORMAA PRIDAA KURNAMASTA AATAA NAANARVAA PREHI
GHRITASYA KULYAA UPARITASYA PATHYAA ANU
-------------(6/12, Yajurveda)
O Scholar! The propagator of virtuosity, do not become ferocious like a snake, arrogant like an idiot or violent like a tiger! Come here unobstructed! Accept this water and tread on the path of truth.
One should shun all his negative qualities and destructive tendencies. The desire to tread on the path of virstuosity should be as intense as the thirsty person's longing for water.
Only by doing so one shall be able to lead a simple life full of growth and progress.
(19) MAA BHERMAA SAM VIKTHAA URJA DHATSVA DHISHANE VEEDVI SATI VEEDYETHAA MURJA DADHAATHAAM PAPMAA HATO NA SOMAH
-------------(6/35, Yajurveda)
O Woman! May you be blessed with physical and mental strength, so that you become free from the unnecessary fear of your husband. Do not tremble in fear but become strong and courageous instead. May you Both(Husband-Wife) acquire intelligence and courage so that you are endowed with strength and inclination to engage in good deeds. May you both eliminate all the demerits and increase your good qualities just as the waxing moon increases it's size thereby giving mutual joy to each other.
Husband and wife are advised to shun negative qualities such as fear, weakness,etc.and become strong, enthusiastic and optimistic so that peace and happiness prevail at home.
(20) UPYAAM GRIHITO AYANTARYACHCHA MAGHVAN PAAHI SOMAM URUSHYA RAAYA ESHO YAJASVA
-------------(7/4, Yajurveda)
You should preserve and control your inner energies aroused by constant practise of 'Yama' and 'Niyama'. Preserve the energies that protect you and vanquish all the miseries with the help of your strength thus acquired. Unless we make efforts to destroy are miseries we can not become wealthy and prosperous.
One should regularly adhere to 'Yama'(Non violence, truth, abstinence from stealing, celibacy and abstinence from amassing wealth more than that is required for survival) and 'Niyama'(cleanliness, contentment, penance, self-study and devotion). This helps in preserving our internal energies and to vanquish all our miseries and to acquire all-round prosperity.
(21) SWAANG KRITO ASI VISHWEBHYA INDRIYEBHYO DIVYEBHYAH PAARTHIVEBHYO MANASTVAASHTU SWAHA|
-------------(7/6 ,Yajurveda)
You should put your utmost efforts . I know that, you are the benefactor of brilliant scholars, who are endowed with virtuous qualities.
Lazy people and those who do not make efforts, their fate lies dormant. Only by making efforts can one become successful. You should make incessant efforts not only for your own but for the benefit of others. May your mind be always filled with supreme thoughts and you act benevolently.
8.
(22) SAM VARCHASAA PAYASAA SAM TANUBHIR GANMAHI MANSAA SANSHIVENA |
TVASHTAA SUDATRO VI DADHAATU RAAYO ANUMAARSHTU TANVO YADVILISHTAM |
-------------(8/14,16 Yajurveda)
May we all possess radiance, good-health, pure-mind and energy. May the 'supreme-donor'(Almighty) bless us with prosperity and remove all our flaws and demerits.
Our diet should include such food that makes us healthy. We should regularly practice 'Yama' and 'Niyama' and study good books so that we are healthy not only physically but also mentally. A healthy body and a sound mind is necessary to achieve success in life. A person with a fragile body and weak mind can make no contribution for the betterment of society. So, we should make incessant efforts to refine our capabilities and efficiencies.
(23) UPYAAMA GRIHITO ASI SURYAAYA TVAA BHRAAJAA YAISHA TE YONIH SURYAAYA TVAA BHRAAJAAYA |
-------------(8/40 Yajurveda)
Just as the sunrays can be seen by one and all similarly you should be committed towards your principles. The sun rises and sets on time and sheds it's light without discriminating against anybody. Those who lead disciplined and orderly lifestyles they achieve all their goals and progress.
9.
(24) VAACHASPATIR VAARJA NAH SWADATU SWAHA |
-------------(9/1,Yajurveda)
May the 'Lord of the speech' makes our voice sweet and soft. We should always be soft spoken.
Sweet talks has the ability to attract one and all. On the contrary vitriolic speech keeps people away. That is why one should always be soft spoken so that it enhances brotherhood and affection.
(25) GRAHAA URJAA HUTAYO VYANTO VIPRAAYA MATIM
-------------(9/4 Yajurveda)
O men, the one who enhance their strength, please bless us with knowledge of all kinds.
Scholars,who incessantly contemplate to acquire strength and knowledge should also consider it as their moral duty to impart knowledge to the ignorant also so that these lesser mortals can also develop their mental faculities which would automatically lead to their self development and spiritual progress . Similarly, ignorant and naïve people should try to acquire maximum knowledge from the knowledgeable ones.
10.
(26) APO DEVAA MADHUMATIR GRIBHNANNU RAJASWATI RAAJASWASHCHI TAANAAH |
-------------(10/1 Yajurveda)
The Gods consumed food which was tasty, nutritious, wholesome , worthy of being consumed only by royalities and which is capable of endowing people with knowledge and enlightenment.
This particular 'vedic-richa' means to say that, the person who is soft spoken, radiant with strength, has knowledge of running administration, who can motivate his subject and possesses knowledge is only fit to become a ruler.
Therefore anybody trying to become an efficient ruler should try to imbibe all these good qualities.
(27) DEVATAYAA PRASUTAH PRA SARPAAMI
-------------(10/30 Yajurveda)
O God! may we after being inspired by virtuous qualities tread on the path of righteousness so that we can attain self-development and all round progress. We should imbibe inspiring thoughts and should follow the righteous path. If this is done then progress is sure and certain. We should always take inspirations from great-scholars, great-souls, sages etc. We should try to emulate them and become 'purusharthi'(hard working)
(28) YUKTENA MANASAA VAYAM DEVASYA SAAVITUH SAVE | SWARGYAAYA SHAKTYAA ||
-------------(11/2, YAJURVEDA)
Living in this world created by the Almighty-the creator of all, and preferring solitude to the hustle and bustle of the world, one should work according to ones capabilities and limitations to attain the 'supreme-bliss'. We should first steady our mind by practicing 'Yoga' and then strive incessantly and selfessly to achieve the desired objective-'supreme bliss'.
(29) SAM VASAATHAAM SWAVIDAA SAMICHI URASAATMANAA AGNIMANTAR BHARISHYANTI JYOTISHMANTAM JASRAMIT||
-------------(11/31,Yajurveda)
You both(husband and wife) after having realised your true selves with the help of fully concentrated mind) and partake the fiery-Agni and ensure that it always remain enkindled. Realise yourself through self-analysis & introspection. By concentration, unkindle the flame of knowledge within the body and do not allow it to get extinguished. This is a sure way to self-development and prosperity.
-------------(4/29, Yajurveda)
May we progress by treading on that virtuous path which is worth treading and where there is no fear of destruction.
We should always try to follow that virtuous path, which is free from obstacles and hurdles because this is necessary for the successful accomplishment of the work. This also leads to progress and prosperity.
For example,if we try our hand at something of which we have no knowledge and experience then failures and disappointments are inevitable. But if we take the opinion of experts of that field and follow his advises there are every chances of accomplishing that work easily and without much problem. Therefore we should follow such a path that leads to happiness and where there is no fear of going astray.
(16) BHAVATAM NAH SAMANASAU SACHET SAAVARE PASAU
MAA YAGYAM HIMSISHTAM MAA YAGYAPATIM JAATVEDASAU SHIVAU BHAVATAMADYA NAH
-------------(5/3 Yajurveda)
O Agni! May your mind be blessed with concentration and equanimity. May your mind be free from illusion. We seek your blessings so that this 'Yagya' as well as the 'Yagyapati' do not get destroyed by your wrath.
Here Agni's blessings are sought so that 'unanimity of thought' prevails and there is no conflict. Agni's blessings are also sought so that our minds become free from doubts and illusions. Progress becomes easy when there is no conflict of thought. Agni's blessings are also sought so that 'Yagya' is accomplished successfully and people move ahead on the path of progress.
(17) YUNJATE MUN UT YUNJATE DHIYO VIPRAA VIPRASYA BRIHATO VIPASHCHITAH
-------------(5/14, Yajurveda)
Scholars, by following the path shown by 'Knowledgeable-predecessors' concentrate their mind on virtuous deeds. Here the importance of following the path shown by learned souls has been emphasised. By emulating learned ones can one attain wisdom necessary to discriminate between evil and good. These great souls have attained knowledge after great contemplation and hence their wisdom is unquestionable.
The commoners can become knowledgeable only by emulating the senior scholars who are more knowledgeable and by following their sayings and teachings. A man who has acquired knowledge in this manner finds it easy to remain on the path of virtuosity. Such a man, with the help of his thus acquired intellect always engage himself in good deeds and treads on the path of yoga(Yoga-marg).
6
(18) MAAHIR BHOORMAA PRIDAA KURNAMASTA AATAA NAANARVAA PREHI
GHRITASYA KULYAA UPARITASYA PATHYAA ANU
-------------(6/12, Yajurveda)
O Scholar! The propagator of virtuosity, do not become ferocious like a snake, arrogant like an idiot or violent like a tiger! Come here unobstructed! Accept this water and tread on the path of truth.
One should shun all his negative qualities and destructive tendencies. The desire to tread on the path of virstuosity should be as intense as the thirsty person's longing for water.
Only by doing so one shall be able to lead a simple life full of growth and progress.
(19) MAA BHERMAA SAM VIKTHAA URJA DHATSVA DHISHANE VEEDVI SATI VEEDYETHAA MURJA DADHAATHAAM PAPMAA HATO NA SOMAH
-------------(6/35, Yajurveda)
O Woman! May you be blessed with physical and mental strength, so that you become free from the unnecessary fear of your husband. Do not tremble in fear but become strong and courageous instead. May you Both(Husband-Wife) acquire intelligence and courage so that you are endowed with strength and inclination to engage in good deeds. May you both eliminate all the demerits and increase your good qualities just as the waxing moon increases it's size thereby giving mutual joy to each other.
Husband and wife are advised to shun negative qualities such as fear, weakness,etc.and become strong, enthusiastic and optimistic so that peace and happiness prevail at home.
(20) UPYAAM GRIHITO AYANTARYACHCHA MAGHVAN PAAHI SOMAM URUSHYA RAAYA ESHO YAJASVA
-------------(7/4, Yajurveda)
You should preserve and control your inner energies aroused by constant practise of 'Yama' and 'Niyama'. Preserve the energies that protect you and vanquish all the miseries with the help of your strength thus acquired. Unless we make efforts to destroy are miseries we can not become wealthy and prosperous.
One should regularly adhere to 'Yama'(Non violence, truth, abstinence from stealing, celibacy and abstinence from amassing wealth more than that is required for survival) and 'Niyama'(cleanliness, contentment, penance, self-study and devotion). This helps in preserving our internal energies and to vanquish all our miseries and to acquire all-round prosperity.
(21) SWAANG KRITO ASI VISHWEBHYA INDRIYEBHYO DIVYEBHYAH PAARTHIVEBHYO MANASTVAASHTU SWAHA|
-------------(7/6 ,Yajurveda)
You should put your utmost efforts . I know that, you are the benefactor of brilliant scholars, who are endowed with virtuous qualities.
Lazy people and those who do not make efforts, their fate lies dormant. Only by making efforts can one become successful. You should make incessant efforts not only for your own but for the benefit of others. May your mind be always filled with supreme thoughts and you act benevolently.
8.
(22) SAM VARCHASAA PAYASAA SAM TANUBHIR GANMAHI MANSAA SANSHIVENA |
TVASHTAA SUDATRO VI DADHAATU RAAYO ANUMAARSHTU TANVO YADVILISHTAM |
-------------(8/14,16 Yajurveda)
May we all possess radiance, good-health, pure-mind and energy. May the 'supreme-donor'(Almighty) bless us with prosperity and remove all our flaws and demerits.
Our diet should include such food that makes us healthy. We should regularly practice 'Yama' and 'Niyama' and study good books so that we are healthy not only physically but also mentally. A healthy body and a sound mind is necessary to achieve success in life. A person with a fragile body and weak mind can make no contribution for the betterment of society. So, we should make incessant efforts to refine our capabilities and efficiencies.
(23) UPYAAMA GRIHITO ASI SURYAAYA TVAA BHRAAJAA YAISHA TE YONIH SURYAAYA TVAA BHRAAJAAYA |
-------------(8/40 Yajurveda)
Just as the sunrays can be seen by one and all similarly you should be committed towards your principles. The sun rises and sets on time and sheds it's light without discriminating against anybody. Those who lead disciplined and orderly lifestyles they achieve all their goals and progress.
9.
(24) VAACHASPATIR VAARJA NAH SWADATU SWAHA |
-------------(9/1,Yajurveda)
May the 'Lord of the speech' makes our voice sweet and soft. We should always be soft spoken.
Sweet talks has the ability to attract one and all. On the contrary vitriolic speech keeps people away. That is why one should always be soft spoken so that it enhances brotherhood and affection.
(25) GRAHAA URJAA HUTAYO VYANTO VIPRAAYA MATIM
-------------(9/4 Yajurveda)
O men, the one who enhance their strength, please bless us with knowledge of all kinds.
Scholars,who incessantly contemplate to acquire strength and knowledge should also consider it as their moral duty to impart knowledge to the ignorant also so that these lesser mortals can also develop their mental faculities which would automatically lead to their self development and spiritual progress . Similarly, ignorant and naïve people should try to acquire maximum knowledge from the knowledgeable ones.
10.
(26) APO DEVAA MADHUMATIR GRIBHNANNU RAJASWATI RAAJASWASHCHI TAANAAH |
-------------(10/1 Yajurveda)
The Gods consumed food which was tasty, nutritious, wholesome , worthy of being consumed only by royalities and which is capable of endowing people with knowledge and enlightenment.
This particular 'vedic-richa' means to say that, the person who is soft spoken, radiant with strength, has knowledge of running administration, who can motivate his subject and possesses knowledge is only fit to become a ruler.
Therefore anybody trying to become an efficient ruler should try to imbibe all these good qualities.
(27) DEVATAYAA PRASUTAH PRA SARPAAMI
-------------(10/30 Yajurveda)
O God! may we after being inspired by virtuous qualities tread on the path of righteousness so that we can attain self-development and all round progress. We should imbibe inspiring thoughts and should follow the righteous path. If this is done then progress is sure and certain. We should always take inspirations from great-scholars, great-souls, sages etc. We should try to emulate them and become 'purusharthi'(hard working)
(28) YUKTENA MANASAA VAYAM DEVASYA SAAVITUH SAVE | SWARGYAAYA SHAKTYAA ||
-------------(11/2, YAJURVEDA)
Living in this world created by the Almighty-the creator of all, and preferring solitude to the hustle and bustle of the world, one should work according to ones capabilities and limitations to attain the 'supreme-bliss'. We should first steady our mind by practicing 'Yoga' and then strive incessantly and selfessly to achieve the desired objective-'supreme bliss'.
(29) SAM VASAATHAAM SWAVIDAA SAMICHI URASAATMANAA AGNIMANTAR BHARISHYANTI JYOTISHMANTAM JASRAMIT||
-------------(11/31,Yajurveda)
You both(husband and wife) after having realised your true selves with the help of fully concentrated mind) and partake the fiery-Agni and ensure that it always remain enkindled. Realise yourself through self-analysis & introspection. By concentration, unkindle the flame of knowledge within the body and do not allow it to get extinguished. This is a sure way to self-development and prosperity.
The Essence of Yajurveda
VEDAS
YAJURVEDA
The Essence of Yajurveda
The desire to implement the thoughts into actions is natural.Good thoughts naturally culminates into good actions. Yajurveda inspire human-beings to walk on the path of Karma (deeds) . That is why it is also referred to as Karma-Veda. The mantras of the Yajurveda inspire us to indulge in good deeds.
The first incantation of Yajurveda commands us to perform action
DEVO VAH SAVITAA PRAARPAYATU SHRESHTHA TAMAAYA KARMANE |
Meaning : O Creator of the universe ! inspire all of us to perform supreme deeds. Similarly, the second mantra of the 40'th chapter of the Yajurveda commands us to perform our Karma -
KURVANNE VEHA KARMAANI JIJIVISHECHCHAT SAMAAH|
Meaning : Desire to live for a 100 years performing your Karma. There are many branches of Yajurveda just like the rest of the three Vedas but 2 branches namely Krishna Yajurveda and Shukla Yajurveda are prominent. There is a beautiful story associated with this Veda.
Rishi Yagyavalkya acquired the knowledge of Yajurveda from his maternal uncle Vaishampayan. Later on, due to some reason the Guru became angry at his disciple and ordered him to return whatever he had tought. Yagyavalkya had no option but to obey the command of his Guru. He forsook everything he had learnt from his Guru by vomiting out all the knowledge of Yajurveda. On the orders of the Guru, the other disciples consumed all the knowledge assuming the form of Partridges (Teetar). This is how Yajurveda came to be known as 'Taitteriya- Samhita'. Later on, sage Yagyavalkya pleased Lord Surya by his tremendous devotion and was blessed with Shukla-Yajurveda. Due to the evil effects of impure minds the Mantras (Yajus) turned black in colour and this was how it got the name 'Krishna-Yajurveda'.
Shukla Yajurveda is composed in verses just like the Rigveda. Terms like 'Yagya' and 'Yajuh' are derived from the root -
" Yaja deva Pujaa Sangati karana daaneshu"
The Yajurveda includes mantras which are in fact eulogies through which different deities have been invoked. It also contains mantras describing the procedure of vedic rituals and religious sacrifices(Yagya). The Yajurveda comprises of 40 chapters and 1975 mantras.
The 'Brahmanas' texts are considered second only to Vedas in importance. The ultimate aim of these texts was to throw light on the methods of conducting Yagya and rituals related with it. The 'Brahmanas' are divided into 3 sections -
(1)Brahmana (2) Aranyaka (3) Upanishads
The 'Shatapath Brahmana', which in fact forms part of the Shukla- Yajurveda is very famous. Sahatpath Brahmana comprising of 100 chapters adequately depicts the vedic religious life in a very authentic manner.
Most of the texts forming part of 'Aranyaka' are nothing but extracts of the Upanishads. The 14th chapter of Shatpath Brahmana is famous as 'Aranyaka' . In the same manner, the 40th Chapter of the Shukla Yajurveda is famously known as 'Ishopanishada'. The 'Brihada-Aranyaka upanished has its root in Shukla-Yajurveda, while Kathopnishad , Taitteriya, Shweta-ashweta, Maitraayani and Kaivalya Upnishad have their roots in Krishna Yajurveda respectively.
1.
(1) DEVOM VAH SAVITAA PRAARPAYATU SHRESHTHA TAMAAYA KARMANA
-------------( 1/1 Yajurveda)
O Lord! the creator(Sun)! inspire us to perform supreme deeds. This mantra inspire us to indulge in virtuous deeds so that progress becomes possible. Every person should engage himself in virtuous deeds to earn respect and honour in the society. By doing so one can acquire numerous added advantages:- physical-development, mental-development, personal- development and community-development. As the diet is so becometh the man- Therefore one should eat pure food so that pure deeds follow automatically.
(2) MAA HVAARMAA TE YAGYAPATIR HVAARSHEETA |
-------------(1/2 Yajurveda)
Do not become wicked! May your Yagya-Pati(One who performed the religious sacrifice) also not become wicked!
It is impossible for anybody to tread on the path of virtuosity if he is evil and wicked. In other words a pure heart is all that one needs to perform good deeds. A wicked person is incapable of performing virtuous deeds. Here it is wished that neither the person who performs the yagya nor the means used should be evil. Good work done with bad intentions inevitably leads to failure. That is why one should refrain from evil tendencies. In the same way the leader should abstain from evil tendencies because they would be showing bad precedence to their followers-which is more harmful. Everybody should therefore practice simple and virtuous living . They should never seek recourse to manipulative tendencies.
(3) SAA VISHWAAYUH SAA VISHWAKARMAA SAA VISHWA DHAAYAAH ||
-------------(1/4 Yajurveda)
The 3 'Kamdhenus' (Celestial cow believed to fulfill any wish) are the 'Sarva-Aayu'(life-span), 'Sarva-Karmaa' (energy without which no action can be performed) and 'Sarva-Dhaayaa'(the energy to sustain himself).
In Puranas we find mention of divine 'Kaamdhenu' cow which is capable of fulfilling any wish of a man. This particular richa proclaims that we human beings are blessed with three 'Kaamdhenus'-Sarva- aayu, Sarva-Karma and Sarva-dhaya. One is blessed with long life if he successfully milks the cow named Sarva-Aayu.Similarly one can performs all his duties(Purusharth) meticulously and sustains himself successfully throughout his life by milking rest of the two cows Sarva-Karma and Sarva-Dhaya respectively.
Only actions performed with perseverance can ensure success. Total committment and sincere approach helps a man to accomplish all his desired goals. With the help of these 3 Kamdhenus one can achieve all round progress. One should not forget that without these three energies no one can perform action or sustain himself. One should, therefore utilise them to the best of their advantage.
(4) IDAM AHAM NRITAAT SATYAMUPAIMI |
Having renounced untruth I am hereby embracing truth. One should accept truth, and should not hesitate to sacrifice his life to protect it. This is known as the Satya-Vrata. O Lord ! I take a vow to practice this vrata by following the path of truth. May I be successful in observing and accomplishing this vow!
Unless we renounce our greed(lobha) we cannot protect truth. Untruth inhibits self-development and physical, mental and spiritual growth. Therefore we should all adhere by truth.
(5) MAA BHERMAA SANKVITHAA |
-------------(1/23 Yajurveda)
One should endeavour to perform his duties with fearlessness. One should perform his duties without any kind of fear. The doors of progress are always closed for a person who is engripped by fears. Only a fearless person can work towards self development and can also help in social and political development. Therefore one should fearlessly perform all his duties.
2.
(6) SAM JYOTISHAA JYOTIH |
-------------(2/9, Yajurveda)
May all the radiance unify and increase in magnitude. A teacher gives knowledge to his student and enlightens him. Thereafter students give knowledge to someone else. In this way, one enlightens the other and knowledge increases. Propagating knowledge in this way is know as the 'Gyan-Yagya'. The ultimate aim of a Yagya is to increase the glory of knowledge by means of expansion and propagation.
(7) VEDO ASI YENA TVAM DEV VEDA DEVEBHYO VEDO ABHAVASTENA MAHYAM VEDO BHUYAAH |
-------------(2/21 , Yajurveda)
The Vedas contain all the knowledge . Bless me with this knowledge just as you have blessed the deities.
Veda means knowledge and the vedas are really an ocean of knowledge. The deities acquired knowledge through the Vedas and the humans emulated them. So, It is in the best interest of human beings to study the Vedas to acquire total knowledge.
(8) DEVAA GAATUVIDO GAATUM VITTVAA GAATUMIT |
-------------(8/21 Yajurveda)
O pioneer Deities ! knowing the path of truth, tread on it. Only by acquiring knowledge from the Vedas can one know the path of truth and righteousness. The deities acquired knowledge from the Vedas and human beings too should emulate the deities and acquire knowledge in the same manner. A man should tread on the path of truth for not only his own but for the benediction of entire humanity. Truth can not be suppressed and always is the ultimate victor. So, we should tread on the righteous path.
(9) ASTHURI NAO GAARHAPATYAANI SANTU SHATAM HIMAAH |
-------------(2/27 Yajurveda)
May we both (husband and wife) perform the duties of a 'Grihastha' for 100 years.
A grihastha's life can be peaceful and happy provided both the husband and wife performs their respective duties. A cart pulled by one buffalo is known as 'Sthuri' while that pulled by more than one is known as 'Asthuri'. In this mantra the married life has been compared with Asthuri-a cart pulled by two buffaloes- husband and wife. There will be problems in married life if there is a lack of mutual understanding and co-ordination between husband and wife or if any of them does not perform his/her duties.
(10) TANUPA AGNE ASI TANVAM ME PAHYAAYURDAA AGNE AYAAYU MEIN DEHI VARCHODAA AGNE ASI VARCHO MEIN DEHI|
-------------(3/17 Yajurveda)
O Agni ! the protector of the human body, protect mine. You are the giver of long-life, so bless us with long life. You are the giver of radiance, so bless us with radiance.
The warmth in our body is due to the effect of "Agni'(fire). Body can exist as long as the fire enkindling the vital forces is present in it. The moment this fire extinguishes, the soul departs. Sound health is a primary criteria for long life . A radiant personality invariably proves that there is an intense spiritual fire burning within. So, one should try to do everything that is required to make the body pure and radiant- regular exercise,self-study,etc. Anybody who does this is blessed with long-life and radiance.
(11) AKRAN KARMA KARMA KRITAH SAH VAACHAA MAYOBHUVAA I
-------------(3/47, Yajurveda)
May the performer of virtuous deeds also be blessed with soft-spokenness(good nature)!
Success is guranteed if a person works hard and maintains an amicable relationship with people. We can earn love and respect of other's if we are good to them. By behaving good we give joy and happiness to others. Our good behaviour is naturally reciprocated by others and it has a chain-reaction thereby ensuring peace and prosperity in the society. Hatred and anger leads to unhappiness, pain and misery. So, one should always be soft-spoken and all 'karma-yogis' should tread on the path of righteousness.
(12)AA NA ETU MANAH PUNAH KRATVE DAKSHAAYA JEEVAME
JYOK CHA SURYA DRISHE
-------------(3/54 Yajurveda)
May our mind be inclined towards virtuous deeds, acquiring strength and long-life! May we continue to see the glorious sight of Rising Sun for eternity!
A man should always tread on the righteous path. One should indulge only in such deeds that provides good- health and strength so that he can work for longer periods without getting tired. One should always seek blessings of the 'Surya' so that our vision remains unimpaired for long time. One should continue performing such virtuous deeds that increases strength, life-span and sharpens our power of vision. Constant practice and ceaseless efforts help a man to attain perfection. Therefore anybody desirous of improving his efficiency must always seek the blessings of Surya.
(13) TRAYAMBAKAM YAJAAMAHE SUGANDHIM PUSHTI VARDHANAM|
URVAARU KAMIVA BANDHANAAN MRITYOR MUKSHEEYA MAA MRITAAT||
-------------(3/60 Yajurveda)
We pray to lord Mahadev-from whom divine fragrance emanates, who possesses 3 eyes and is the supreme nurturer! May we be liberated from death with His blessings! May we be liberated from all bondages just as ripened-fruits fall from a tree!
The person who regularly recites this mantra attains liberation from the fears of disease and death. 'Trayambak' means the one with 3 eyes(Lord Shiva). Visions have been categorized into three types-'Adhyaatmik'(spiritual), 'Adhibhautik'(materialistic) and 'Aadhidaivik'(divine).Anybody blessed with these three visions is a Trayambak.
We should worship lord Shiva so that we are freed from our worldly attachments just like a fruit falls from a tree after ripening. Once we are successful in doing this we are liberated from this vicious cycles of life and death.
(14) PARIMAA AGNE DUSHCHARITAA DAAKSHASVAA BHAA SUCHARITE BHAJA
-------------(4/28, Yajurveda)
O Agni! Liberate us from the flawed deeds and inspire us to indulge in good ones.
In this mantra Agnidev has been prayed so that He inspires us to indulge in good deeds and discourage us from wrongful ones. This always points towards the time tested rule of Karma that as one sows so shall he reap. Therefore one should always try to follow the path of virtuosity and desist from sinful deeds.
YAJURVEDA
The Essence of Yajurveda
The desire to implement the thoughts into actions is natural.Good thoughts naturally culminates into good actions. Yajurveda inspire human-beings to walk on the path of Karma (deeds) . That is why it is also referred to as Karma-Veda. The mantras of the Yajurveda inspire us to indulge in good deeds.
The first incantation of Yajurveda commands us to perform action
DEVO VAH SAVITAA PRAARPAYATU SHRESHTHA TAMAAYA KARMANE |
Meaning : O Creator of the universe ! inspire all of us to perform supreme deeds. Similarly, the second mantra of the 40'th chapter of the Yajurveda commands us to perform our Karma -
KURVANNE VEHA KARMAANI JIJIVISHECHCHAT SAMAAH|
Meaning : Desire to live for a 100 years performing your Karma. There are many branches of Yajurveda just like the rest of the three Vedas but 2 branches namely Krishna Yajurveda and Shukla Yajurveda are prominent. There is a beautiful story associated with this Veda.
Rishi Yagyavalkya acquired the knowledge of Yajurveda from his maternal uncle Vaishampayan. Later on, due to some reason the Guru became angry at his disciple and ordered him to return whatever he had tought. Yagyavalkya had no option but to obey the command of his Guru. He forsook everything he had learnt from his Guru by vomiting out all the knowledge of Yajurveda. On the orders of the Guru, the other disciples consumed all the knowledge assuming the form of Partridges (Teetar). This is how Yajurveda came to be known as 'Taitteriya- Samhita'. Later on, sage Yagyavalkya pleased Lord Surya by his tremendous devotion and was blessed with Shukla-Yajurveda. Due to the evil effects of impure minds the Mantras (Yajus) turned black in colour and this was how it got the name 'Krishna-Yajurveda'.
Shukla Yajurveda is composed in verses just like the Rigveda. Terms like 'Yagya' and 'Yajuh' are derived from the root -
" Yaja deva Pujaa Sangati karana daaneshu"
The Yajurveda includes mantras which are in fact eulogies through which different deities have been invoked. It also contains mantras describing the procedure of vedic rituals and religious sacrifices(Yagya). The Yajurveda comprises of 40 chapters and 1975 mantras.
The 'Brahmanas' texts are considered second only to Vedas in importance. The ultimate aim of these texts was to throw light on the methods of conducting Yagya and rituals related with it. The 'Brahmanas' are divided into 3 sections -
(1)Brahmana (2) Aranyaka (3) Upanishads
The 'Shatapath Brahmana', which in fact forms part of the Shukla- Yajurveda is very famous. Sahatpath Brahmana comprising of 100 chapters adequately depicts the vedic religious life in a very authentic manner.
Most of the texts forming part of 'Aranyaka' are nothing but extracts of the Upanishads. The 14th chapter of Shatpath Brahmana is famous as 'Aranyaka' . In the same manner, the 40th Chapter of the Shukla Yajurveda is famously known as 'Ishopanishada'. The 'Brihada-Aranyaka upanished has its root in Shukla-Yajurveda, while Kathopnishad , Taitteriya, Shweta-ashweta, Maitraayani and Kaivalya Upnishad have their roots in Krishna Yajurveda respectively.
1.
(1) DEVOM VAH SAVITAA PRAARPAYATU SHRESHTHA TAMAAYA KARMANA
-------------( 1/1 Yajurveda)
O Lord! the creator(Sun)! inspire us to perform supreme deeds. This mantra inspire us to indulge in virtuous deeds so that progress becomes possible. Every person should engage himself in virtuous deeds to earn respect and honour in the society. By doing so one can acquire numerous added advantages:- physical-development, mental-development, personal- development and community-development. As the diet is so becometh the man- Therefore one should eat pure food so that pure deeds follow automatically.
(2) MAA HVAARMAA TE YAGYAPATIR HVAARSHEETA |
-------------(1/2 Yajurveda)
Do not become wicked! May your Yagya-Pati(One who performed the religious sacrifice) also not become wicked!
It is impossible for anybody to tread on the path of virtuosity if he is evil and wicked. In other words a pure heart is all that one needs to perform good deeds. A wicked person is incapable of performing virtuous deeds. Here it is wished that neither the person who performs the yagya nor the means used should be evil. Good work done with bad intentions inevitably leads to failure. That is why one should refrain from evil tendencies. In the same way the leader should abstain from evil tendencies because they would be showing bad precedence to their followers-which is more harmful. Everybody should therefore practice simple and virtuous living . They should never seek recourse to manipulative tendencies.
(3) SAA VISHWAAYUH SAA VISHWAKARMAA SAA VISHWA DHAAYAAH ||
-------------(1/4 Yajurveda)
The 3 'Kamdhenus' (Celestial cow believed to fulfill any wish) are the 'Sarva-Aayu'(life-span), 'Sarva-Karmaa' (energy without which no action can be performed) and 'Sarva-Dhaayaa'(the energy to sustain himself).
In Puranas we find mention of divine 'Kaamdhenu' cow which is capable of fulfilling any wish of a man. This particular richa proclaims that we human beings are blessed with three 'Kaamdhenus'-Sarva- aayu, Sarva-Karma and Sarva-dhaya. One is blessed with long life if he successfully milks the cow named Sarva-Aayu.Similarly one can performs all his duties(Purusharth) meticulously and sustains himself successfully throughout his life by milking rest of the two cows Sarva-Karma and Sarva-Dhaya respectively.
Only actions performed with perseverance can ensure success. Total committment and sincere approach helps a man to accomplish all his desired goals. With the help of these 3 Kamdhenus one can achieve all round progress. One should not forget that without these three energies no one can perform action or sustain himself. One should, therefore utilise them to the best of their advantage.
(4) IDAM AHAM NRITAAT SATYAMUPAIMI |
Having renounced untruth I am hereby embracing truth. One should accept truth, and should not hesitate to sacrifice his life to protect it. This is known as the Satya-Vrata. O Lord ! I take a vow to practice this vrata by following the path of truth. May I be successful in observing and accomplishing this vow!
Unless we renounce our greed(lobha) we cannot protect truth. Untruth inhibits self-development and physical, mental and spiritual growth. Therefore we should all adhere by truth.
(5) MAA BHERMAA SANKVITHAA |
-------------(1/23 Yajurveda)
One should endeavour to perform his duties with fearlessness. One should perform his duties without any kind of fear. The doors of progress are always closed for a person who is engripped by fears. Only a fearless person can work towards self development and can also help in social and political development. Therefore one should fearlessly perform all his duties.
2.
(6) SAM JYOTISHAA JYOTIH |
-------------(2/9, Yajurveda)
May all the radiance unify and increase in magnitude. A teacher gives knowledge to his student and enlightens him. Thereafter students give knowledge to someone else. In this way, one enlightens the other and knowledge increases. Propagating knowledge in this way is know as the 'Gyan-Yagya'. The ultimate aim of a Yagya is to increase the glory of knowledge by means of expansion and propagation.
(7) VEDO ASI YENA TVAM DEV VEDA DEVEBHYO VEDO ABHAVASTENA MAHYAM VEDO BHUYAAH |
-------------(2/21 , Yajurveda)
The Vedas contain all the knowledge . Bless me with this knowledge just as you have blessed the deities.
Veda means knowledge and the vedas are really an ocean of knowledge. The deities acquired knowledge through the Vedas and the humans emulated them. So, It is in the best interest of human beings to study the Vedas to acquire total knowledge.
(8) DEVAA GAATUVIDO GAATUM VITTVAA GAATUMIT |
-------------(8/21 Yajurveda)
O pioneer Deities ! knowing the path of truth, tread on it. Only by acquiring knowledge from the Vedas can one know the path of truth and righteousness. The deities acquired knowledge from the Vedas and human beings too should emulate the deities and acquire knowledge in the same manner. A man should tread on the path of truth for not only his own but for the benediction of entire humanity. Truth can not be suppressed and always is the ultimate victor. So, we should tread on the righteous path.
(9) ASTHURI NAO GAARHAPATYAANI SANTU SHATAM HIMAAH |
-------------(2/27 Yajurveda)
May we both (husband and wife) perform the duties of a 'Grihastha' for 100 years.
A grihastha's life can be peaceful and happy provided both the husband and wife performs their respective duties. A cart pulled by one buffalo is known as 'Sthuri' while that pulled by more than one is known as 'Asthuri'. In this mantra the married life has been compared with Asthuri-a cart pulled by two buffaloes- husband and wife. There will be problems in married life if there is a lack of mutual understanding and co-ordination between husband and wife or if any of them does not perform his/her duties.
(10) TANUPA AGNE ASI TANVAM ME PAHYAAYURDAA AGNE AYAAYU MEIN DEHI VARCHODAA AGNE ASI VARCHO MEIN DEHI|
-------------(3/17 Yajurveda)
O Agni ! the protector of the human body, protect mine. You are the giver of long-life, so bless us with long life. You are the giver of radiance, so bless us with radiance.
The warmth in our body is due to the effect of "Agni'(fire). Body can exist as long as the fire enkindling the vital forces is present in it. The moment this fire extinguishes, the soul departs. Sound health is a primary criteria for long life . A radiant personality invariably proves that there is an intense spiritual fire burning within. So, one should try to do everything that is required to make the body pure and radiant- regular exercise,self-study,etc. Anybody who does this is blessed with long-life and radiance.
(11) AKRAN KARMA KARMA KRITAH SAH VAACHAA MAYOBHUVAA I
-------------(3/47, Yajurveda)
May the performer of virtuous deeds also be blessed with soft-spokenness(good nature)!
Success is guranteed if a person works hard and maintains an amicable relationship with people. We can earn love and respect of other's if we are good to them. By behaving good we give joy and happiness to others. Our good behaviour is naturally reciprocated by others and it has a chain-reaction thereby ensuring peace and prosperity in the society. Hatred and anger leads to unhappiness, pain and misery. So, one should always be soft-spoken and all 'karma-yogis' should tread on the path of righteousness.
(12)AA NA ETU MANAH PUNAH KRATVE DAKSHAAYA JEEVAME
JYOK CHA SURYA DRISHE
-------------(3/54 Yajurveda)
May our mind be inclined towards virtuous deeds, acquiring strength and long-life! May we continue to see the glorious sight of Rising Sun for eternity!
A man should always tread on the righteous path. One should indulge only in such deeds that provides good- health and strength so that he can work for longer periods without getting tired. One should always seek blessings of the 'Surya' so that our vision remains unimpaired for long time. One should continue performing such virtuous deeds that increases strength, life-span and sharpens our power of vision. Constant practice and ceaseless efforts help a man to attain perfection. Therefore anybody desirous of improving his efficiency must always seek the blessings of Surya.
(13) TRAYAMBAKAM YAJAAMAHE SUGANDHIM PUSHTI VARDHANAM|
URVAARU KAMIVA BANDHANAAN MRITYOR MUKSHEEYA MAA MRITAAT||
-------------(3/60 Yajurveda)
We pray to lord Mahadev-from whom divine fragrance emanates, who possesses 3 eyes and is the supreme nurturer! May we be liberated from death with His blessings! May we be liberated from all bondages just as ripened-fruits fall from a tree!
The person who regularly recites this mantra attains liberation from the fears of disease and death. 'Trayambak' means the one with 3 eyes(Lord Shiva). Visions have been categorized into three types-'Adhyaatmik'(spiritual), 'Adhibhautik'(materialistic) and 'Aadhidaivik'(divine).Anybody blessed with these three visions is a Trayambak.
We should worship lord Shiva so that we are freed from our worldly attachments just like a fruit falls from a tree after ripening. Once we are successful in doing this we are liberated from this vicious cycles of life and death.
(14) PARIMAA AGNE DUSHCHARITAA DAAKSHASVAA BHAA SUCHARITE BHAJA
-------------(4/28, Yajurveda)
O Agni! Liberate us from the flawed deeds and inspire us to indulge in good ones.
In this mantra Agnidev has been prayed so that He inspires us to indulge in good deeds and discourage us from wrongful ones. This always points towards the time tested rule of Karma that as one sows so shall he reap. Therefore one should always try to follow the path of virtuosity and desist from sinful deeds.
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Subscribe to:
Comments (Atom)
