Rig Veda Sukta 178
Mandala 10Sukta 1782 Mantras

Sukta 178

Sukta 10.178

Devata

Tārkṣya

Himne ringkas dua ayat ini menyeru Tārkṣya sebagai pelindung yang pantas, digerakkan secara ilahi, yang menjamin perjalanan selamat dan kemenangan di tengah bahaya pengembaraan dan pertempuran. Penyair memohon kesejahteraan (svasti), menyamakan pertolongan yang diminta itu dengan anugerah Indra dan dengan sebuah perahu yang membawa seseorang menyeberang dengan selamat, tanpa cedera ketika datang atau pergi.

Mantras

Frequently Asked Questions

Tārkṣya is praised as a swift, divinely-driven protector—like a champion who keeps the ‘wheel unbroken’ and helps one pass safely through danger, especially in travel or conflict.

The hymn repeatedly asks for svasti—well-being and safe passage—so that the worshipper is not harmed during the journey, neither when going out nor when returning.

The ‘boat’ image suggests crossing safely over risky conditions, while Indra is named as a model of generous, effective aid—so the poet asks for similarly reliable protection and support.

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