O Ashvins, the divine twin horsemen, hear our call! With the same wondrous powers that once caused the honeyed vessel to overflow for Dirghashravas at Ushija the merchant’s side, and with which you sheltered Kakshivanta, the devoted singer—come now to us with your aid. Bring the very help with which you filled the Rasā river with the nourishing flow of milk, preserved Anashva’s chariot for victory, and enabled Trishoka to lift up the cows—come, Ashvins, bring those blessings here. With the protection you offered when you surrounded Sūrya in distant lands, guarded Mandhātā in his lordship, and sheltered the wise Bharadvāja, come and stand by us. As you defended Mahāmatithigva, Kashojuva, and Divodāsa in their battle against Shambara, and as you stood by Purbhid Trasadasyu, we invite you to bring us the same strength and guardianship. You have favored the humble, the singer, those who seek wealth, those who desire horses or broad lands—bring us those protections, O Ashvins. With the same grace you showed to Shayava, Atraya, and long ago to Manu, and with which you aided Shariraja and Syumarashmi, come and preserve us. By your power, Agni blazed forth from the womb at birth, and Sharyata was sheltered in abundant wealth—bring us that same safeguard. With your guidance, the Angirasas were led by mind to the hidden cave of the cows, and Manu, the hero, was united with nourishment—bestow upon us those blessings. You have brought joyous unions, taught Aruni, and brought Sudas to good fortune—come, Ashvins, and shield us. You have favored Shantati, the devout giver, protected Bhujyu and Adhrigu, and brought Omya, Subhara, and Ritastubha—bring those protections here. With your gifts, you favor the lean one at sacrifice, bring swift horses to the youth, and sweet honey to the Saras—grant us these blessings. You have aided those who contend for cows, revived the son in the field, and protected chariots and horses—Ashvins, bring us these protections. You have carried Kutsa, Arjuneya, Turviti, and Dabhiti across dangers, as well as Dhvasanti and Purushanti—bring us your mighty help. O Ashvins, grant us speech full of accomplishment and wisdom; today, we call upon you for strength in the contest for prizes. Guard us day and night with unbroken good fortune. May Mitra, Varuna, Aditi, the river, the earth, and the sky keep us from harm. Now, the best of lights has arisen among all lights. The brilliant, far-seeing Dawn is born, shining forth. As the child of Savitar is born for activity, so Night draws near the womb of Dawn. She comes radiant, with bright calves, her shining white form setting apart the black abodes of night. Night and Dawn, immortal sisters of equal kin, move together—Heaven and Earth, differing in color but united in purpose. Their path is endless; each moves in her own way, guided by the gods. They do not clash, nor do they stand still together—Night and Dawn, though different in form, are of one mind. The radiant Dawn, leader of good words, approaches, wondrous as if bringing home the cattle. She sets all the worlds in motion and awakens all beings. O generous one, you make the crooked path straight for those who seek, bring gain to the seeker of wealth, and reveal wide vision to those who see little—Dawn awakens all beings. For power, fame, greatness, gain, wealth, and purpose, you are sought, O Dawn. You reveal different lives to all and awaken all to action. This daughter of heaven appears, shining forth, a youthful woman in bright garments. Ruler of all earthly wealth, O Dawn, shine here today, O fortunate one. She follows the paths of those who have gone before, the first of the eternal ones who come. Dawning, she awakens the living, rousing even those who seemed dead. O Dawn, when you kindle the sacred fire, open the eye of the sun, and awaken those who slept, you bring good fortune among the gods. How many of your appointed times have passed, how many have dawned, and how many are yet to come? Eager to shine, she follows the earlier dawns, radiant among her sisters. Those mortals who saw the earlier dawns have gone, and now we behold you, O Ushas. Let us look upon you, knowing that those who see you in later days will also go their way. Dispelling hatred, upholding truth, shining with righteousness, and bringing pleasantness and fair speech, you bear auspiciousness—shine forth for us, O best of dawns. The goddess has always awakened the days before, and today she spreads the light. As she dawns, she follows the days to come; ageless and immortal, she moves by her own laws. With her rays, she uncovers the darkness from the sky, driving away the blackness. With reddish horses, she awakens and arrives in her well-yoked chariot. Bringing riches and all that is desirable, she makes a brilliant sign for the wise. She is the model for all dawns that have gone before, and among the shining ones, Ushas is the first to appear. Rise up, for the living one has come! The sun ascends, darkness departs, and the light advances. The path is made clear for the sun’s journey, and we come to where life is renewed. The inspired singer raises his voice in praise, exulting at the shining dawns. Today, O generous one, shine for the one who praises you; grant us a long life filled with offspring. These Dawns, rich in cattle and full of heroes, shine for the worshipping mortal. Like the gifts of the wind, their blessings are abundant—may they grant us horses and the enjoyment of Soma. Mother of the gods, face of Aditi, sign of sacrifice, great one, shine forth. Creator of praise for the priest, dawn for us; grant offspring to our people, O all-encompassing one. Whatever splendid gift you bring, O Dawns, for the knowing and the longing one, may Mitra, Varuna, Aditi, the river, the earth, and the sky not withhold it from us. Now, let us turn to Rudra, the mighty one with braided hair, the bringer of prosperity to his people. We offer our prayers so that he may bring peace to all beings—two-footed and four-footed—in our community, keeping all nourished and safe from harm. Be gracious to us, O Rudra, make us happy; as Manu, our father, once sought and obtained your favor, may we also enjoy your guidance. May we gain your goodwill through our worship, O Rudra, giver of prosperity and happiness. Keep our households safe; we offer you this oblation for protection. We call upon Rudra, fierce, wise, and helpful in sacrifice, for aid. May his divine wrath be far from us; we seek his favor and kindness. We call with reverence upon the boar of the sky, the red one with braided hair, fierce in form. Holding healing remedies in his hand, may he grant us shelter, armor, and protection.