Lopamudra Hymns

    1 Hymns Found in Mandalas: 1

    Lopamudra, the wife of Agastya, is one of the few women whose voice appears in the Rigveda. Her hymn expresses the dialogue between love and restraint, showing the human side of spiritual life — emotion, longing, and balance.

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    Hymn 1.179

    Stanzas: 6

    Addressed to: Agastya and Lopamudra

    Rishi: Agastya

    This hymn features Lopamudra lamenting her aging and expressing her strong desire for her husband, even as cosmic order isn't fully achieved. It hints at the struggles of mortal desires, and Agastya's quest for offspring and strength. The hymn concludes by invoking Soma for forgiveness of human shortcomings.