Atharva Veda: Book 6: Hymn 78: A nuptial benediction
Hymns of the Atharva Veda, by Ralph T.H. Griffith, [1895]
1Let this man be again bedewed with this presented sacrifice.
And comfort with the sap of life the bride whom they have
brought to him.
2With life's sap let him comfort her, and raise her high with
princely sway.
In wealth that hath a thousand powers, this pair be inexhausti-
ble!
3Tvashtar formed her to be thy dame, Tvashtar made thee to be
her lord.
Long life let Tvashtar give you both. Let Tvashtar give a
thousand lives.