The infinite extends in many places, the infinite and finite having a common border; the guardian of the firmament alone can trace that line, he who knows what has been and shall be.
Atharva Veda X, 8, 12
The Lord of creatures stirs within the womb; unseen himself, he comes to diverse births. With half of himself he brought forth the whole world. Of the other half what is the special sign?
Atharva Veda X, 8, 13
Like a woman carrying water in a pitcher, so he conveys the water on high. All creatures behold him with their eyes, but all do not know him with the spirit.
Atharva Veda X, 8, 14
He dwells far away with that which is full. Far away is he, free from deficiencies, a great marvel in the center of the universe. To him do sovereign rulers bring tribute.
Atharva Veda X, 8, 15
He who meditates on hope as Brahman-all his desires are fulfilled through hope, his prayers are not in vain; he can, of his own free will, reach as far as hope reaches-he who meditates on hope as Brahman. Narada said: Venerable Sir, is there anything greater than hope? Of course there is something greater than hope. Please tell that to me, venerable Sir.
Sama Veda, Chandogya Upanishad VII, XIV – Hope as Brahman, 2
