The attendant searched for him and returned without finding him. Then the king said to him: Listen, where a knower of Brahman is to searched for, look for him there.
Sama Veda, Chandogya Upanishad IV, I – The Story of Janasruti and Raikva, 7
After proper search the attendant came upon a person who, lying underneath his cart, was scratching an itch. Humbly he took his seat near him and said: Revered Sir, are you Raikva, the man with the cart? Oh yes, I am he, he answered. Then the attendant returned, saying to himself: I have found him out.
Sama Veda, Chandogya Upanishad IV, I – The Story of Janasruti and Raikva, 8
May those who lurk to bar the pathway not find the bridal couple as they go! May they escape by pleasant paths all harm! Let all the ill-wishers flee away!
Rig Veda X, 85, 32
Signs of good fortune attend the bride. Congregate, one and all, to see her! Wish her joy and return to your homes!
Rig Veda X, 85, 33
Now it is cut, severed, and divided! See the beautiful colors of Surya! Only the priest can purify these.
Rig Veda X, 85, 35
