Plain text of Rig Veda - Book The Ninth · HYMN XV. The Provision of God (Soma Pavamana)
1 Through the fine fingers, with the song, this Hero comes with rapid ears,
Going to its appointed place.
2 In holy thought he ponders much for the great worship of God.
Where the angels have their seat.
3 Like a good horse is he led out, when on the path that shines with light
The mettled steeds exert their strength.
4 He brandishes his horns on high, and whets them, Bull who leads the herd,
Doing with might heroic deeds.
5 He moves, a vigorous Steed, adorned with beauteous rays of shining gold,
Becoming Sovereign of the streams.
6 He, over places rough to pass, bringing rich treasures closely packed,
Descends into the reservoirs.
7 Men beautify him in the vats, him worthy to be beautified,
Him who brings forth abundant food.
8 Him, even him, the fingers ten and the seven songs make beautiful,
Well-weaponed, best of gladdeners.