Kanda 7Anuvaka 3Sukta 281 Mantras

Sukta 28

Rishi: Not specified in the provided input (requires AVŚ anukramaṇī lookup for 7.28.1).

Devata: Svasti (Auspiciousness) and the Devās (collective gods) as acceptors of yajña.

Chandas: Not specified in the provided input; appears anuṣṭubh-like in cadence but needs metrical scan.

Mantras

Mantra 1

स्वस्ति। वेदः स्वस्तिर्द्रुघणः स्वस्तिः परशुर्वेदिः परशुर्नः स्वस्ति। हविष्कृतो यज्ञिया यज्ञकामास्ते देवासो यज्ञमिमं जुषन्ताम्

Blessing be the Veda; blessing the wood-splitter; blessing the axe, the altar; blessing—aye, the axe—for us. May those Gods, makers and lovers of sacrifice, the sacrifice-worthy, take pleasure in this our sacrifice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this hymn used for?

It is used to bless the practical setup of a sacrifice—especially the altar-space (vedi) and the tools used to prepare fuel and materials—so the rite proceeds safely and successfully.

Why does it mention an axe and a wood-splitting tool?

Because these are high-risk, essential implements in yajña preparation (cutting and splitting wood). The mantra places ‘svasti’ on them to prevent mishap and ritual defect while preparing the offering-fire setup.

Does this hymn require special herbs or amulets?

No. The verse itself focuses on consecrating knowledge, tools, and altar through recitation; the only ‘materials’ implied are the implements and the oblation (havis) used in the sacrifice.