Kanda 19Anuvaka 2Sukta 141 Mantras

Sukta 14

Rishi: Atharvanic tradition (late AV śānti corpus; specific ṛṣi not explicit in the provided excerpt)

Devata: Abhaya (Fearlessness) with Dyāvā-Pṛthivī and the Pradiśas (quarters) as supporting powers

Chandas: Mixed/late AV style; predominantly anuṣṭubh-like cadence (not strictly determinable from excerpt alone)

Mantras

Mantra 1

अभयम्। इदमुच्छ्रेयोऽवसानमागां शिवे मे द्यावापृथिवी अभूताम्। असपत्नाः प्रदिशो मे भवन्तु न वै त्वा द्विष्मो अभयं नो अस्तु

Fearlessness. Let this issue in higher good; let the ending come to rest in auspiciousness. For me let Heaven and Earth become benign. Let the quarters be for me without rival. Verily we hate thee not: let fearlessness be ours.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this sukta mainly used for?

For establishing fearlessness and protection—especially when entering uncertain situations, facing opposition, or seeking an auspicious resolution to a matter.

Why does it mention Heaven and Earth and the directions?

Because the hymn builds safety on two supports: cosmic stability (Heaven–Earth becoming benign) and spatial stability (the quarters becoming free of rivals), creating all-around protection.

Do I need any ritual items to use this mantra?

No. The verse is self-sufficient as a śānti/rakṣā recitation; it can be spoken with a clear intention for safety and a calm, non-hostile closing attitude.