In the ancient dawn, the Ashvins—divine twin healers—are called upon to ascend their radiant chariot, whose golden box gleams with wealth and abundance. The poet invokes them to harness nourishing gifts, asking that they bring the same means by which they once saved Paktha, Adhrigu, and Babhru, shielding them from harm. With these powers, the Ashvins are entreated to come swiftly, to heal and cure all who are afflicted. Even now, as the Adhrigu cows are tended, the Ashvins are summoned by those skillful in song, whose hymns rise in devotion. The poet asks these vigorous deities to answer his call, bringing their all-encompassing, all-powerful nourishment—the very gifts that made Krivi prosper. With reverence, he bows to these means and calls upon the Ashvins again, honoring them with praise. At dawn and sunrise, during journeys, the Ashvins—lords of beauty and swift steeds, Rudra-turning ones—are invoked for protection, so that the devotees may not fall prey to mortal foes or the wrathful Rudra. For the easy path, at morning, the poet calls to them as a loving son to his father, asking them to arrive with their chariot or powers. With minds swift as thought and full of delight, the Ashvins are begged to come quickly, bringing their many, much-enjoyed gifts, even from afar. The poet desires their arrival on a path full of horses, with sweet honey, wondrous cows, and gold. He prays for excellent rewards, heroism, and unconquered wealth, hoping that in their coming, all blessings may be obtained. The story then turns to the sacred ritual, where favor is sought from the earth and sacrifice is offered to Jatavedas—Agni—whose smoke moves and whose flame cannot be seized. Agni, tamer of peoples and minds, is praised in song, along with the chariots that compete for the prize. He is mighty, unhindered, and his nourishment and abundance are never restrained; the fire finds wealth at the offering. Agni’s flame rises, shining and undying, the splendor of the devourer, bright and radiant, leading the hosts. The poet calls for Agni to rise, praised and full of compassion, shining forth with great light. Agni is asked to come with good praises, bearing offerings continually, as he became the messenger and bearer of oblations. The poet honors Agni, the ancient priest of humankind, extolling him with voice and praise. Through sacrifices, they approach this wondrous power, awakened by the kindly ones, steadfast and true—a friend among people. The immortal ones, true to order and accomplished in sacrifice, draw near to Agni, delighting in his abode of reverence. Let the well-ordered sacrifices reach the most Angiras-like, the renowned priest among peoples. Agni’s undying, shining flames are likened to powerful stallions. The lord of strength is asked to grant wealth and heroism, to protect offspring and children in battle. Whenever Agni, sharp and well-pleased, repels threats, the poet’s new hymn asks him to burn up sorcerers and demons with his heat. No mortal enemy can overpower one who has given offerings to Agni, the bearer of oblations. The seer, desiring wealth, praises Agni, the giver of riches, and kindles him for great treasure. Uśanā Kāvya appointed Agni as priest, choosing him as sacrificer for Manu. All the gods together made Agni their messenger; he became the first, worthy of sacrifice and to be heard. Let a man make this immortal, shining, black-tracked, soaring Agni his messenger. The poet invokes Agni, whose ladles are ready, whose pure flames shine bright—Agni of the peoples, ageless and ancient. Whoever presents oblation to Agni gains abundant nourishment and heroic fame. To Jātavedas, Agni, first-born and ancient in sacrifice, the offering-laden ladle goes forth with reverence. With abundant, wise praises, Agni of shining flame—rich in horses—is served. Now, hymns and lofty posts honor the soaring one, the sage Vaiyaśva’s youthful Agni. The wise invoke Agni, the ancient guest of humankind, the son of forest trees, for help. Agni sits among all human offerings, surrounded by greatness, on the sacred grass with reverence. Agni is asked to grant many desirable boons: wealth, sons, heroic strength, and fame. Blessings are sought for the generous, and youngest Vasu, Agni, is asked to inspire gifts for the worshipper. As a sure protector, Agni is called to grant rich possessions, abundant cattle, and increased wealth. He carries the glory of the rite, and is asked to bring Mitra and Varuna, the sovereigns, righteous and pure in wisdom. Thus, through heartfelt hymns and reverent offerings, the devotees call upon the Ashvins and Agni, seeking healing, protection, abundance, and the blessings of the gods.