Vishnu Hymns
A minor but significant Vedic deity, famous for his three strides across the cosmos, upholding and pervading the three worlds.
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Hymn 1.154
Addressed to: Vishnu
Rishi: Dirghatamas
Get ready to celebrate Vishnu's monumental power! This hymn extols his legendary three huge strides that measured all realms and established the highest heavens. It paints him as a mighty, mountain-dwelling bull, inviting devotees to seek his beloved home—a source of incredible sweetness in his highest step.
Hymn 1.155
Addressed to: Vishnu and Indra
Rishi: Dirghatamas
This hymn heartily praises the mighty Indra and Vishnu, twin heroes of incredible strength. It celebrates their protective power in battles and Vishnu's famous three strides—two comprehensible, the third utterly vast and mysterious. Their collective might grows with offerings, ensuring freedom and well-being.
Hymn 1.156
Addressed to: Vishnu
Rishi: Dirghatamas
This hymn praises Vishnu as a radiant, helpful deity, the ancient essence of cosmic Order. It suggests that sincere praise and offerings bring glory. Vishnu, followed by other gods, reveals hidden treasures and energizes the righteous, ensuring devotees receive their rightful share of divine blessings.
Hymn 6.69
Addressed to: Indra and Vishnu
Rishi: Bharadvaja Barhaspatya
This hymn celebrates the powerful dual deities Indra and Vishnu, urging them to enjoy sacrifices and grant riches and safe paths. They are hailed as creators of insights and vast spaces, unconquered in their deeds, who strode widely to establish the world. Worshippers seek their protection and favor.
Hymn 7.99
Addressed to: Vishnu, Indra and Vishnu
Rishi: Vasishtha Maitravaruni
This hymn expresses awe for Vishnu's immeasurable greatness and cosmic strides, which encompass and support the heavens and earth. It praises him, often alongside Indra, for destroying formidable foes and creating space for humanity, seeking nourishment and strength.
Hymn 7.100
Addressed to: Vishnu
Rishi: Vasishtha Maitravaruni
A devotional hymn to Vishnu, portraying him as a mighty protector who grants unfailing favor, wisdom, and abundant prosperity. It celebrates his iconic three strides across the earth, establishing human territory, and calls upon him, also as Ṣipiviṣṭa, not to hide his true form.