Atharva Veda: Book 19: Book 19 indexThe Hymns of the Atharvaveda Book XIX tr. by Ralph T.H. Griffith [1895-6] Hymn 1: An accompaniment to the offering of a Mixt Oblation Hymn 2: A hymn to all waters Hymn 3: A hymn to Agni for protection and prosperity Hymn 4: A prayer, accompanying sacrifice, for the attainment of a wish Hymn 5: A prayer for riches Hymn 6: The purusha-Sūkta, on the mystical Sacrifice of Purusha Hymn 7: A Prayer to the Lunar Mansions and other Powers for protection and prosperity Hymn 8: A hymn to the Sun and various heavenly bodies for protection and prosperity Hymn 9: A prayer for general protection and prosperity Hymn 10: A prayer for the same Hymn 11: A continuation of Hymn 10 Hymn 12: A prayer to Ushas or Dawn for wealth and long life Hymn 13: A prayer for aid and victory in battle Hymn 14: A hymn after victory Hymn 15: A prayer for peace and security Hymn 16: A prayer for security from danger Hymn 17: A prayer for protection from dangers in all directions Hymn 18: A prayer for security and peace on all sides Hymn 19: A hymn recommending the protection of various Gods Hymn 20: A prayer for protection from death and misfortune Hymn 21: A single line giving the names of the chief Vedic metres Hymn 22: A prose hymn of homage to various portions of the Atharva-veda, to the Rishis, and to Brahma Hymn 23: A prose hymn of homage to various portions of the Atharva-vada classed according to the number of verses which their hymns contain Hymn 24: A benediction on a newly elected King Hymn 25: A charm to be used when a young ox is first yoked Hymn 26: A hymn accompanying investiture with an amulet of gold Hymn 27: A benedictory hymn Hymn 28: A charm for the destruction of enemies Hymn 29: A charm for the destruction of enemies, continued from 28 Hymn 30: A protective charm accompanying investiture with an amulet of Darbha grass Hymn 31: A charm to ensure general prosperity, accompanying self-investiture with an amulet of Udumbara Hymn 32: A charm, with an amulet of Darbha grass, to subdue enemies and win the affection of others Hymn 33: A protective and benedictive charm Hymn 34: A protective charm addressed to the panacea called A Jangida Hymn 35: A similar charm addressed to the same Hymn 36: A charm against disease and evil spirits Hymn 37: A charm to secure long life and dominion to a prince Hymn 38: A protective charm Hymn 39: A protective charm Hymn 40: A prayer for pardon of error in sacrifice, and for wisdom, strength, and life Hymn 41: A benediction on a newly elected king Hymn 42: In praise of Brahma, Prayer, or Devotion Hymn 43: In praise of Brahma, Prayer, or Devotion Hymn 44: A curative and protective charm Hymn 45: A curative and protective charm Hymn 46: A charm accompanying investiture with an amulet that ensures safety and victory Hymn 47: A hymn to Night for protection from fiends, robbers, snakes and wolves Hymn 48: A hymn to Night for protection Hymn 49: A hymn of Praise and prayer to Night Hymn 50: A hymn to Night for protection and prosperity Hymn 51: A sacrificial formula Hymn 52: A hymn to Kāma or Desire Hymn 53: A hymn to Kāma or Time Hymn 54: A hymn to Kāla; a continuation of the preceding hymn Hymn 55: A hymn to Agni for protection and prosperity Hymn 56: A hymn to Sleep Hymn 57: A charm against evil dreams Hymn 58: A prayer for prosperity, accompanying a sacrifice Hymn 59: An expiatory hymn accompanying sacrifice Hymn 60: A prayer for perfect bodily and mental health and vigour Hymn 61: A prayer for long life prosperity and final happiness in heaven Hymn 62: A prayer for the love of Gods and men Hymn 63: A prayer, with sacrifice, for long life and prosperity Hymn 64: A prayer to Agni for children, long life, and various blessings Hymn 65: A hymn to Agni identified with the Sun Hymn 66: A hymn to Agni as the Sun Hymn 67: A prayer for long life Hymn 68: A preliminary sacrificial formula Hymn 69: A prayer or charm for long life Hymn 70: A charm for long life Hymn 71: A hymn, accompanying libations, for wealth and prosperity Hymn 72: A sacrificial formula