Guard us, Agni; with swift waters give drink to the beloved household; do not let fear overcome thee. May not old age afflict us; grant us a sure portion of strength and enduring might.

Cherish us, Agni, with incessant bounties; shine always in your favourite abode; let no danger, youngest (of the gods), assails your worshipper today; nor, mighty one, let t assail him any other season.

Preserve us, Agni, with perpetual succour, refulgent in the dwelling which thou lovest. O Conqueror, most youthful, let no danger touch him who praises thee to-day or after.