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Hymn 1.35 of the Rigveda is a poem dedicated to the solar deity Savitr, known for his association with the sun and the stimulation of life and motion. This hymn consists of 11 stanzas that describe Savitr's journey across the sky and his influence over the cosmos. The hymn is preserved in mandala 1 of the Rigveda and is attributed to the rishi Hiranyastupa Angirasa.

Synopsis

Hymn 1.35 is primarily focused on Savitr, detailing his attributes and his cosmic journey. The hymn opens with an invocation of multiple deities, including Agni, Mitra, Varuna, and Ratri (Night), before focusing on Savitr. The hymn then describes Savitr's golden chariot and his role in surveying all creatures, his connection to the heavens and the earth, and his omnipresent influence.

Verse 1: Invocation of Agni, Mitra, Varuna, Ratri, and Savitr for aid and well-being.

Verses 2–5: Description of Savitr's journey on his golden chariot, his observation of creatures, and his role in bringing rest to mortals and immortals.

Verses 6–7: Mystical descriptions of the cosmos, questioning the location of the sun and the extent of Savitr's influence.

Verses 8–9: Savitr's survey of the earth, including mountains, deserts, and rivers, emphasizing his omnipresence and beneficence.

Verses 10–11: Invocation for protection against evil forces, highlighting Savitr's role in ensuring well-being.

Bibliography

• Doniger, Wendy (2009). The Rig Veda: An Anthology. London: Penguin Classics.
• Jamison, Stephanie W.; Brereton, Joel P. (2014). The Rigveda: The Earliest Religious Poetry of India. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
• MacDonell, Arthur Anthony (1917). Vedic Mythology. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
• Maurer, Walter H. (1986). Pinnacles of India's Past: Selections from the Rgveda. Amsterdam: John Benjamins Publishing Company.