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1. Bring hither, O Agni, the sorcerer (yātudhā́па), the kimīdín, speaking out (stu); for thou, O god, being revered, hast become slayer of the barbarian (dásyu).

2. O most exalted one (parameṣṭhín), Jātavedas, self-controller, Agni, partake of (prа-аç) the sacrificial butter, of the sesame oil (?); make the sorcerers cry out.

3. Let the sorcerers cry out (ví-lap), let the devouring kimīdíns; then do you, O Agni together with Indra, welcome this our oblation.

4. Let Agni first take hold; let Indra, having arms, push forth; let everyone that has a demon, coming, say "here am I."

5. We would fain see thy heroism (vīryà), O Jātavedas; proclaim to