Vedic Verses for 5/7/17

Just as, my dear, by one clod of clay all that is made of clay is known, the modification being only a name, arising from speech, while the truth is that all is clay; Just as, my dear, by one nugget of gold all that is made of gold is known, the modification being only a name, arising from speech, while the truth is that all is gold; And just as, my dear, by one pair of nail-scissors all that is made of iron is known, the modification being only a name, arising from speech, while the truth is that all is iron-even so, my dear, is that instruction.

Sama Veda, Chandogya Upanishad VI, I – The Non-Duality of the Self, 4-6

Surely those venerable men did not know that. For if they had known it, why should they not have told it to me? Therefore do you, venerable Sir, tell me about it. So be it, my dear, said the father.

Sama Veda, Chandogya Upanishad VI, I – The Non-Duality of the Self, 7

Indra possesses power divine and glorious. The singer in the house is Agni, the wise, the seer. May our sacrifice be at hand and pleasing to the gathered people! For freedom and for perfect bliss we pray!

Rig Veda X, 100, 6

I have tasted, as one who knows its secret, the honeyed drink that charms and relaxes, the drink that all, both Gods and mortals, seek to obtain, calling it nectar(amrit).

Rig Veda VIII, 48, 1

Once penetrated within my heart, you become Aditi and appease the Gods’ wrath. O Drop, who enjoy Indra’s friendship, convey to us wealth, like a steed who is bridled, obedient.

Rig Veda VIII, 48, 2

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