Atharva Veda Sukta 36
Kanda 6Anuvaka 4Sukta 363 Mantras

Sukta 36

Rishi: Atharvanic tradition

Devata: Vaiśvānara (Agni as lord of ṛta’s light)

Chandas: Anuṣṭubh (probable)

AV 6.36 invoca Vaiśvānara-Agni como senhor da luz do ṛta, pedindo um gharma incessante (calor protetor) que dissipe o frio, a desventura e a ruptura do rito. Em seguida, o hino amplia o papel de Agni do fogo doméstico ao regulador cósmico: ele ordena todas as coisas, libera as estações em harmonia com o ṛta e conduz o sacrifício à sua consumação. O verso final coroa esse poder como uma única radiância soberana, na qual Agni e Kāma convergem como força regente sobre o que foi e o que será.

Sanskrit recitationAtharva Veda 6.36

Mantras

Frequently Asked Questions

It asks for ajasra gharma—continuous protective warmth—and for the illuminating order of ṛta that keeps life and ritual from falling into disorder.

Ṛta is right order; ṛtu is right timing (seasons). The hymn treats Agni as the power that aligns timing with order so actions ripen properly and rites succeed.

Recite it facing a steady flame (lamp or fire), optionally offer a little ghee, and set the intention for warmth, steadiness, and the smooth completion of your work or worship.

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