Book 3: Hymn 26: A charm to win the favour of all serpents

1Ye Gods who dwell within this eastward region, entitled Weapons, Agni forms your arrows. Be kind and gracious unto us and bless us. To you be reverence, to you be welcome! 2Ye Gods who dwell within this southward region, entitled Eager, Kāma forms your arrows. Be kind, etc. 3Ye Gods who dwell within this westward region, whose name is Radiant, Water forms your arrows. Be kind, etc. 4Ye Gods who dwell within this northward region, whose name is Piercers, Vāta forms your arrows. Be kind, etc. 5Ye Gods whose home is in this firm-set region—Nilimpas is your name—Plants are your arrow. Be kind, etc. 6Ye Gods whose home is in this upmost region, Yearners by name, Brihaspati forms your arrows. Be kind and gracious unto us and bless us. To you be reverence, to you be welcome!