Even as a charioteer in the race acclaims his own chariot, so now acclaim the harnessing of Agni the glorious, the bountiful, [to the chariot of sacrifice]–
Rig Veda II, 8, 1
The one who leads his worshiper aright, who, himself undiminished, diminishes the wicked, the God of cheerful countenance, the recipient of worship–
Rig Veda II, 8, 2
The radiant one who beams forth his light as the Sun does his splendor, whose flames are undying, who glistens with fatness.
Rig Veda II, 8, 4
Our hymns have lent strength to Agni the Devourer wherever he holds sway. He has now assumed to himself all comeliness.
Rig Veda II, 8, 5
With the help of Agni, Indra and Soma, yes, of all the Gods, may we dwell unharmed, overcoming our foes!
Rig Veda II, 8, 6
