In the sacred dawn, the wise Agni, breaker of the fortresses of the stingy, purifies the hymn and brings abundance to the people. As the Hotar, delightful and lordly, he dispels darkness, appearing radiant among the shining ones. Unfailing and sage, Agni is called Aditi, the radiant friend and auspicious guest, shining brilliantly at the forefront of the dawns. The embryo of the waters has entered the vast expanse, signifying his presence. Agni, known as Jātavedas, is ever worthy of worship among men, pure through the ages. His beautiful light awakens the cows at his kindling, stirring life and activity. Called upon for the sacred mission, Agni is urged not to fail, to approach the gods with those who sing hymns, and to worship Sarasvatī, the Maruts, the Aśvins, the waters, and all the deities for the bestowal of treasures. Vasiṣṭha, having kindled Agni, seeks his protection and prosperity, praying that Jātavedas grow strong with many offerings. May Agni and all the gods always guard their devotees with blessings. As Dawn shines forth, like a lover with broad strength, she appears resplendent and brilliant, stirring awakened thoughts onward. The shining realm is made visible by her, and the awakened ones, like priests, perform sacrifices and offer their thoughts. Agni, knowing all births, comes with knowledge, eager for the gods, serving as the most skilled messenger among the divine. Devoted hymns and thoughts are sent to Agni, seeking wealth, for he is gracious, beautiful, and the bearer of offerings, the delight of humankind. Agni is invoked to bring Indra with the Vasus, mighty Rudra with the Rudras, Aditi with the Ādityas, and Bṛhaspati with the singers, encompassing all. The awakened ones praise Agni, the youthful and gracious priest at sacrifices, for he has become the protector of nights and treasures, the tireless messenger, most fit to worship the gods. The wisdom of the sacrifice is great, and without Agni, the immortals do not rejoice. He is called to come with all the gods together, and as the first priest, to take his seat. Swift Agni receives prayers for his messenger’s task, always with offerings. For whom the gods sit at the sacrificial seat, for him the days become most auspicious. Even three times a day, treasures are sought from Agni, who dwells within, for the generous mortal. Like Manu, Agni is asked to worship the gods and to serve as messenger and protector from curses. Agni is the lord of the great sacrifice, the receiver of all oblations; the Vasus delight in his power, and the gods have established him as the bearer of offerings. Agni is invoked to bring the gods for the offering, with Indra as chief, so they may rejoice. The sacrifice is placed among the gods in heaven, and all are asked to guard the devotees with blessings. With reverence, the youngest Agni is reached, shining brightly when kindled in his home, wondrous in radiance between heaven and earth, invoked from all sides and facing the worshippers. By his greatness, Agni Jātavedas overcomes all difficulties for the household, protecting from harm and misfortune those who praise him and their generous ones. Agni is Varuṇa and Mitra; Vasiṣṭhas exalt him with their thoughts, wishing for abundant wealth. May all always guard with blessings. To Agni, all-purifying, thoughts are directed, and hymns and prayers offered to the slayer of demons, delighting at the altar, to Vaiśvānara, the leader of thoughts. Agni, shining with his flame, fills heaven and earth as he is born, and as Vaiśvānara, Jātavedas, he releases devotees from curses by his greatness. When Agni was born, he spread through the worlds, moving like a herdsman among cattle. Vaiśvānara is asked to find a path for the prayer, and all are called to guard with blessings. With offerings and divine invocations, Jātavedas is served, kindled as the god, with pure-bright flames, reverently worshipped. Worship is offered with kindling and praise; Agni, worthy of sacrifice, is presented as the priest of the ritual with clarified butter and auspicious offerings. He is invited to come with the gods, accepting invocation and the Vaṣaṭ cry, and devotees pray to be devoted and protected with blessings. Oblation is offered to the gracious one seated at the altar, whose presence is nearest and most accessible. Agni has settled among the five peoples, subduing them one by one, wise and youthful householder. May Agni, the knower, protect kin from every side and guard from harm. A new hymn is fashioned for Agni, the eagle of heaven, in hope that he will grant desired wealth. His splendid riches are visible, full of heroes, shining at the forefront of the sacrifice. May Agni accept the Vaṣaṭ offering and the words, for he is most fit for sacrifice and the bearer of oblations. Agni is invoked as lord of the people, radiant god, to grant heroic strength. He is asked to shine forth through nights and days, making the worshippers strong, the hero among them. Wise men approach him for help with their thoughts, and the thousand-syllabled hymn draws near. Agni drives away the demons, immortal, bright-flamed, pure, radiant, and worthy of praise. May he, lord of strength, bring gifts, and may Bhaga grant what is desirable. Agni grants heroic fame, and Savitar, Bhaga, and Diti bestow what is desirable. Agni is called to protect from harm, to oppose the godless who injure, burning them with his fiercest, ageless flames. Mighty and unconquered, Agni is protector in battle, ancient and hundred-handed. He is asked to guard from harm swiftly at dawn and dusk, protecting day and night without fail. With reverence, Agni, son of strength, beloved and energetic, flawless friend, immortal messenger of all, is called upon to be present and to grant blessings.