Indra, protector of heroes, veiled the goat, and those in heaven who ritualized properly. The rakshasa struck the dry fire quickly; like a lion he did not tame the waters of wealth.

Go the cities inhabited by the rākṣasas, and thence to heaven (attended), receiver of many sacrifices by those who (attend you). Defend, like a lion, the untamed, quick-moving Agni, that he may abide in his dwelling, fulfilling his functions.

With whom thou drivest troops whose lords are heroes, and bringest daylight now, much worshipped Indra, With them guard lion-like wasting active Agni to dwell in our tilled fields and in our homestead.