Sukta 120
Kanda 20Anuvaka 12Sukta 1202 Mantras

Sukta 120

Rishi: Kāṇva / RV-derived attribution (Book 20 is predominantly Rigvedic material in Atharvan arrangement)

Devata: Indra

Chandas: Triṣṭubh (RV-style; AV Book 20 commonly preserves RV meters)

Mantras

Frequently Asked Questions

It is used to summon Indra quickly for victory, protection, and royal/warrior success—especially when decisive force is needed in conflict or rivalry.

The directions function as a total summons: wherever Indra may be, he is called to appear immediately, leaving no ‘place’ outside the reach of invocation.

No. The text works as a direct Indra-invocation and battle-command; it can be performed with pure recitation and focused intention, even without materials.