Rig Veda Sukta 172
Mandala 1Sukta 1723 Mantras

Sukta 172

Sukta 1.172

Devata

Maruts

Chandas

Gayatri (3 pādas of 8 syllables typical for such concise Marut verses)

Ang maikling Gāyatrī na himnong ito ay nananawagan sa mga Marut para sa isang maliwanag at mapalad na paglapit at para sa kanilang buo at mapangprotektang tulong. Ito ay humihiling sa kanila na itaboy ang mga masasamang sandata at mga bugso sa malayo, at linisin ang paligid tulad ng pagtatanggal ng isang nahulog na damuhan, upang ang sumasamba ay maitaas patungo sa buhay at kagalingan.

Recitation with translationRig Veda 1.172

Mantras

Frequently Asked Questions

The Maruts are the Vedic storm-host—radiant, swift, and powerful—invoked here as protectors who clear obstacles and drive away harm.

It asks for the Maruts’ bright, supportive presence, for hostile weapons and blows to be sent far away, and for the worshipper to be lifted upward into life and well-being.

The grass image expresses removing clutter and obstruction from all sides; “rising upward” is a prayer for renewed vitality, progress, and a higher, safer course in life.

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