Hymns in Book XII of Atharva Veda

Hymns in Book XII of Atharva Veda

Hymns in Book XII of Atharva Veda includes praises on Gods as well as gifting animals to Brahmans. Book XII of Atharva Veda consists of five hymns.

Hymns in Book XII of Atharva Vedacommences with a prayer and praise to Holy Earth. The second hymn is on a funeral as well as criticism of Lord Agni as he is considered as the consumer of dead bodies. The following hymn is an accompaniment to the preparation and presentation of sacrificial offerings by a householder and his wife. They pray for prosperity and happiness. The fourth hymn and the final hymns are on a duty of giving cows to Brahmans and the offence of withholding the reward.

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