As the dawn and dusk unfold across the earth and heaven, the Sun is invoked for his dwelling, his presence ever rising among us with abundance and bounty. In reverence, the swift-moving steeds and shining horses are praised, their chariot adorned with beautiful ornaments, gliding along the path. Among these horses, the swift and radiant ones stand out, just as the noble deeds accomplished by men in their assemblies shine forth. Inspired sages, with reins and whips, gather together in the seat of assembly, their minds filled with newest thought, accompanied by mighty and swift steeds. The youthful ones are called upon, their chariot summoned for praise among the noble. They are powerful, tireless, and possess abundant wealth. The Ashvins, the Nāsatyas, grant favor to the beautiful and to great families, arriving with strength and prosperity. Today, offerings are made to them, the givers of horses and wealth, who bestow many gifts and guard the nights. Their most excellent chariot, renowned heroes, is invited to approach the praises, visible in its glory. Even when simply invoked, the Ashvins consider their devotees, givers of wealth, and as Rudras, they lead beyond all hostility. Wondrous and swift, they traverse all mankind, inspiring honey-colored thoughts, and are lords of beauty. The Ashvins are called to bring wealth, prosperity, and heroic, unfailing gifts. Indra and the Nāsatyas are invited to the offering, urged to join with the other gods. Libations are poured, accompanied by horses and cattle, seeking the wise ones’ favor and blessings. The mighty Ashvins are praised, called for fame and offerings, their swift presence requested to drive away tricksters. They have heard of Vaiyaśva, and know of him; Varuna, Mitra, and Aryaman are united with him. With their divine gifts and guidance among the noble, the mighty Ashvins are asked to teach day by day. Those who, surrounded by sacrifices and adorned like brides, serve the Ashvins, have fashioned beauty. The Ashvins’ vast and generous favor is discerned by those who seek the noble path, and their chariot is asked to circle around such seekers. The mighty Ashvins are entreated to bring abundant wealth and the noble path, to drive away obstacles from the sacrifice with their words. Praise and offerings call the Ashvins as messengers, inviting them to become present. Whatever treasures they bring from the ocean of heaven or from the house of riches, the immortals’ gifts are known and desired. Among rivers, the Sindhu, with its golden course, is swiftest for the Ashvins, drawn by the white steed. The Ashvins are called to be mindful, riding in their shining chariot, radiant with noble fame. Their chariot is harnessed, nourishment accepted, and Vayu is invited to drink the sweet soma, to enter the offering. Vayu, lord of the ritual and wondrous kinsman of Tvashtar, is chosen for favor. Vayu, the kinsman of Tvashtar and lord of wealth, is sought by the people, who possess soma and desire his brilliance. Vayu is requested to come from the auspicious sky, to bring good horses and greatness upon his broad-winged chariot. He is called, most excellent among the swift, in the dwellings of men, praised not on the horse’s back but on the stone. Delighting in the minds of devotees, Vayu is asked to grant strength, waters, and wisdom, foremost among gods. Agni is invoked as the priest, the stones and sacred grass at the ritual prepared. With a hymn, the Maruts, Brahmanaspati, and the gods are approached, seeking their noble protection. The gods encompass cattle, earth, trees, dawn, night, and herbs; may all the Vasus, all-knowing, be protectors of our thoughts. The offering advances to Agni, ancient among the gods, to the Adityas, to Varuna of firm vows, to the Maruts shining everywhere. All-knowing and beneficent to mankind, the Vasus increase the world, fierce yet bestowing safe protection, granting a shield free from harm. All the gods, united in purpose, are called to come today. With hymn and song, the Maruts and divine Aditi, in her great dwelling, are invited to be present. The beloved offerings of the Maruts, accompanied by horses, are sought; Indra, Varuna, the mighty ones, and the Adityas are welcomed to sit upon the sacred grass. With strewn sacred grass and devoted offerings, Soma pressed, Varuna is called upon, just as men call upon Agni. The Maruts, Vishnu, Ashvins, and Pusan are invited with unerring thought, and Indra, the foremost bull and slayer of Vritra, is asked to come with those who bring gifts, praised in the hymns. The gods are entreated to grant a shelter that is unbroken and secure, for no harm reaches the one whom the Vasus protect, neither from afar nor from near. For the righteous gods, there is kinship and abiding help; they are asked to speak for earlier and present welfare, swiftly granting new favor. Now, the gods are praised for the enjoyment of their bounty. The devotee, bowing to the all-knowing ones, approaches them as one seeking another, filled with reverence and hope for their protection and blessings.