Kanda 7Anuvaka 7Sukta 631 Mantras

Sukta 63

Rishi: Atharvanic protective tradition (specific r̥ṣi not supplied in the input)

Devata: Agni

Chandas: Triṣṭubh-like (longer pādas; protective invocation style)

Mantras

Mantra 1

दुरितनाशनम्। पृतनाजितं सहमानमग्निमुक्थ्यैर्हवामहे परमात् सधस्थात्। स नः पर्षदति दुर्गाणि विश्वा क्षामद् देवोऽति दुरितान्यग्निः

Agni, battle-winner, strong to endure, with solemn hymns we call from the highest common seat. May he bear us over all hard straits; may the God—Agni—set us safe beyond misfortunes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this sukta mainly ask Agni to do?

It asks Agni to carry the worshipper across every hard passage (durgāṇi) and to place them safely beyond misfortunes (duritāni).

Why is Agni called ‘duritanāśana’ here?

Because Agni is invoked as the power that destroys or burns away the causes and residues of distress—danger, ill-omen, and harmful forces—so that safety (kṣema) is restored.

Do I need special herbs or amulets to use this hymn?

No. The primary medium is fire (Agni) and the uktha (solemn recitation). A small ghee offering or clean kindling can be added, but the hymn is designed to work as a direct protective invocation.