The radiant rays of light gather and lift up Jātavedas, the ever-present god, so that all may witness his glory as the Sun. This sacred presence is received in honor of Sūrya, the embodiment of brilliance, and here is his seat—welcomed for the sake of his effulgence. Let the sacred drops flow into the honey-filled vessel, bringing nourishment anew. May the thousand-fold, milk-rich abundance return to us, and may wealth and prosperity pour into our lives once again. With joyful intent, the worshipper calls upon the shining, desirable offerings for Aditi and Sarasvatī, renowned among the gods. These are your names, O divine ones, and may words of good deeds be spoken on our behalf. Indra is then invoked—may he strike down our foes, subdue those who attack, and drive away all assailants. Whoever opposes us, let Indra cast them into darkness. This seat is prepared for Indra, the victorious one. The lord of speech, the all-creating one, swift of mind, is called upon for aid in our contests. May he accept our offerings and act beneficently for us. This seat is also for Indra, as the all-creator, the one who brings everything into being. By sacrifice and increase, the all-creator made Indra the invincible protector, drawing all clans together to honor his might. This seat, too, is for Indra, the all-creator, to be worshipped as he deserves. The elements of the ritual are received: for Agni, with the Gāyatrī meter; for Indra, with the Triṣṭubh; for all the gods, with the Jagatī; and the Anuṣṭubh is their praise. The smoke of the Vreśīna, Kukūnana, and Bhandana horses is offered, along with that of the most intoxicating and sweetest horses. All this pure smoke is presented in the form of the day and in the rays of the sun. The form of the bull shines in all directions. The great Shukra leads the Shukras, and Soma leads the Somas. The wakeful, potent name born from Soma is accepted and offered in dedication to Soma—svāhā. Soma is called, beloved path of Agni, Indra, and all the gods—our friend and guide—he is invited to come. Here, in this sacred space, is delight and joy, steadfastness and self-control—svāhā. All are urged to approach and support the seat of the mother, nourishing her and bringing abundance of wealth—svāhā. Through the sacrificial session, prosperity is attained and immortal light is realized. Ascending from earth to heaven, the worshippers find the gods’ own light, the radiance of the sun. Indra and Parvata, with their foremost weapons, are asked to strike down every foe. With the thunderbolt, let them drive away all who threaten, ensuring that those who flee remain far and those who approach are lost in darkness. May all enemies be repelled, and may we be blessed with good offspring, strength, and prosperity. The divine roles are recited: Parameṣṭhin is invoked; Prajāpati is uttered; Andha is the seer; Savitṛ presides over union; Viśvakarman over consecration; Pūṣan over the purchase of Soma. Indra and the Maruts rise for the Soma purchase; Asura is bargained for, Mitra is bought, and Viṣṇu, the all-pervader and supporter of men, is present in the ritual. Soma has arrived; Varuṇa is seated on the bench, Agni on the fire altar, Indra in the offering place, and Atharvan is brought near. All gods are placed in the drops; Viṣṇu, the drinker of satisfaction, is filled; Yama is pressed; Vāyu and Shukra are purified. Shukra is the essence of milk, and the churned is the essence of roasted grain. All gods are brought into the ritual cups; Asura is raised for the offering, Rudra is invoked, Vāta is turned about. The observant are set aside, food is consumed, and the Fathers and Nārāśaṃsas are present. The river is raised for ablution, the ocean is brought near, and the waters overflow. Viṣṇu and Varuṇa, the unconquered rulers whose strength upholds the regions, are invoked at the first call. Through sacrifice, the gods ascended to heaven, men to the midspace, and the Fathers to earth. May wealth and goodness come from each of these realms, wherever they reached through sacrifice. The thirty-four sacrificial threads are restored if broken, and the hot drink is offered to the gods. The milk of the sacrifice is spread far and wide, extending eightfold to heaven. The worshipper prays for great offspring, abundant wealth, and a full life—svāhā. Soma is called to flow forth with gold, horses, and heroes, bringing prizes rich in cattle—svāhā. Now, Savitṛ is invoked to impel the sacrifice and the lord of sacrifice toward good fortune. The celestial Gandharva is asked to purify the sign, and the lord of speech to taste the prize—svāhā. Seats of firmness, of men, and of mind are prepared and received for Indra, most pleasing to him. Seats are established in the waters, in ghee, in the sky, on earth, in the midspace, in heaven, among the gods, and in the firmament—all accepted for Indra. The best essence of the waters, gathered from the sun, is taken for Indra, to whom the seat is most pleasing. The pressed offerings, carriers of nourishment, are presented with intention to the inspired sage. The full measure of sustenance is taken for Indra, and the offerings are joined together for goodness, with a prayer that if ever separated, they do not bring harm. Indra’s thunderbolt and strength are invoked, establishing power. At the birth of strength, the earth—great mother Aditi—is honored, and all worlds are said to have entered her. God Savitar is asked to establish right order within her. In the waters reside immortality and remedy. May the divine waters, with all their waves and surges, establish strength and swiftness in the horses. The wind, the mind, and the Gandharvas—these twenty-seven—first yoked the horse, placing swiftness within him. The swift horse is urged to shine in glory, like Indra’s right hand. The Maruts are asked to yoke him, and Tvaṣṭṛ to grant speed to his feet. The hidden swiftness within the horse is likened to a falcon in the wind; by this, the horse is to become powerful, victorious, and able to carry the worshippers across in the assembly. The swift ones are called to seek out the share of Bṛhaspati. By the impulse of Savitar, of true power and creation, the worshipper prays to ascend the highest heaven of Bṛhaspati and Indra. Bṛhaspati and Indra are both invoked to win the prize, with words and blessings spoken for their victory. True and harmonious speech arises, bringing victory to Bṛhaspati and Indra, and the forest-lords are released. By Savitar’s impulse, victorious through Bṛhaspati, the worshipper seeks to win the prize. The swift ones, upholding the path, are urged onward to the goal. The swift horse hastens, bound and ready, with Dadhikrā following, marking the paths and shaking his mane along the tracks—svāhā. As he runs, his mane streams like a banner in the wind, and he circles the track like a falcon. Dadhikrā is the protector and bringer of nourishment—svāhā. May the swift horses be auspicious in the offerings, shining and quick to respond, repelling all harm and driving away wolves and demons. May all the swift horses hear the invocation, responding quickly, rich in treasures and wisdom, victorious and seizing great wealth in the contests.