Kanda 7Anuvaka 7Sukta 621 Mantras

Sukta 62

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

Devata: Agni (as Satpati and Purohita-warrior)

Chandas: Triṣṭubh-like (longer pādas; martial style)

Mantras

Mantra 1

शत्रुनाशनम्। अयमग्निः सत्पतिर्वृद्धवृष्णो रथीव पत्तीनजयत् पुरोहितः । नाभा पृथिव्यां निहितो दविद्युतदधस्पदं कृणुतां ये पृतन्यवः

This Agni, lord of the good, strong as a full-grown bull, as a chariot-warrior hath conquered the footmen, set in front as Purohita. Planted at earth’s navel he hath flashed abroad: let the battle-mongers make their station underfoot.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main aim of Atharvaveda 7.62?

To establish Agni at the community’s ritual center (the hearth/“navel” of the earth) so that hostile forces are defeated, displaced, and rendered powerless—symbolically placed ‘underfoot.’

Why is Agni called satpati and purohita here?

Satpati presents Agni as the rightful lord and protector of the orderly, ‘good’ community; purohita presents him as the forward-placed priest-leader whose sacred authority doubles as battlefield protection and victory.

Do I need special herbs or amulets for this sukta?

The hymn is centered on the fire itself and the hearth/central place as the ‘nābhi.’ Simple fuel and an offering (like ghee) may be used, but no specific medicinal herbs are required by the verse.