Against the Bird of Ill Omen Hymns

1 Hymns Found in Mandalas: 10

A charm against evil signs or bad omens. It expresses the human wish to turn fear and misfortune away through faith and speech.

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Hymn 10.165

Stanzas: 5

Addressed to: Against the Bird of Ill Omen

Rishi: Others

Addressing the arrival of a dove as a potential omen of misfortune, this hymn seeks to appease the bird, seen as an envoy of Yama (Death). It offers atonement and prayers to ensure the welfare of people and livestock, asking the bird to depart peacefully and ward off any looming ill fortune.