What he is when the rays go forth, that is the Adi. Birds depend upon It. Therefore birds hold themselves without support in the sky and fly about, for they partake of the Adi of that Saman.
Sama Veda, Chandogya Upanishad II,IX – Meditation on the Sevenfold Saman as the Sun, 4
O cleansing sacred Drink, conqueror of high renown, make us perfect.
Rig Veda IX, 4, 1
Bring us to light, the light celestial, and all pure joys, make us perfect.
Rig Veda IX, 4, 2
Enhance our skills and powers of mind; drive far all foes; make us perfect.
Rig Veda IX, 4, 3
O purifier, prepare this Drink, a draught for the Lord. Make us perfect.
Rig Veda IX, 4, 4
