
Rishi: Atharvanic tradition (edition-dependent).
Devata: Maruts, Pūṣan, Bṛhaspati, Agni.
Chandas: Anuṣṭubh (likely; edition-dependent).
Este himno Āyuṣya–Paustika de un solo verso es una oración de consagración concisa que pide a los dioses «rociar» al beneficiario con vitalidad integrada y aumento auspicioso. Al invocar a los Maruts (vigor), Pūṣan (nutrición y tránsito seguro), Bṛhaspati (palabra sagrada y rito eficaz) y Agni (fuego consagrante), busca una infusión plena de descendencia, riqueza y larga vida.
It is used for āyuṣya (longevity) and paustika (increase)—to bless a person with long life along with progeny and wealth through a consecratory sprinkling prayer.
Each contributes a facet of well-being: Maruts give vigor, Pūṣan gives nourishment and protection, Bṛhaspati grants sacred effectiveness, and Agni seals the blessing through consecration.
Traditionally a simple sprinkling with clean water (optionally with a little ghee) before the household fire is sufficient; the core requirement is focused recitation with the intent of consecration.
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