Rig Veda — Chapter 7: Varuna Sukta (7.86)
8 verses
Verse 1
The wise hold Varuna's might in awe — he who has spread apart the two vast worlds. He has pushed up the high and mighty firmament and established two…
Verse 2
A thought stirs deep within my heart — when shall I be reconciled with Varuna? Will he accept my offering without anger? When shall I, rejoicing, see…
Verse 3
I ask the wise one what my sin might be. Let the sages tell me. O Varuna, teach Vasishtha, for I desire to learn.
Verse 4
What was the chief sin, O Varuna, that you would destroy a friend who sings your praise? Tell me, unconquerable lord, and freed from sin, I will appr…
Verse 5
Release us from the sins of our fathers and from those we have committed with our own bodies. O King, release Vasishtha as one frees a calf-stealing …