The ten abstinences are nonviolence, truth, nonstealing, chastity, kindness, rectitude, forgiveness, endurance, temperance in food and purity.
Shukla Yajur Veda, Trishikhi Brahmana 32-33. YM, P. 19
Yes, may the man who within his home pleases you all his days with songs and with offerings receive a rich reward, be loaded with your gifts! To him be happiness! This is our prayer.
Rig Veda IV, 4, 7
I sing now your bounty. Listen, turn your face! May my words awake you like a lover’s serenade! We desire to embellish you with chariots and horses that you may forever uphold our dominion.
Rig Veda IV, 4, 8
We seek to serve you, who lighten us by night and who shine, O Lord, each hour of the day. We rejoice with happy hearts; we give you our homage. By your aid we surpass all others in glory.
Rig Veda IV, 4, 9
To the man who possesses gold and fine horses and comes on a chariot laden with treasure, you afford, O Lord, both protection and favor. He enjoys thereafter your gracious welcome.
Rig Veda IV, 4, 10
