Sama Veda

SECOND PART

BOOK V

Chapter II

HYMN 5 Soma Pavamana

1

Urged by the men, this vigorous steed, Lord of the mind omniscient,
Flies to the long wool of the sheep.

2

Within the filter hath he flowed, this Soma for the Gods effused.
Entering all their essences.

3

He shines in beauty there, this God, immortal, in his dwellingplace,
Foe-slayer, dearest to the Gods.

4

Directed by the sisters ten, bellowing on his way this Steer
Runs onward to the wooden vats.

5

This Pavamana, gladdening drink within the purifying sieve,
Gave splendour to the Sun in heaven.

6

Unconquerable Lord of speech, dwelling beside Viavasvan, he
Mounts up together with the Sun.