Heaven Hymns

6 Hymns Found in Mandalas: 1, 4, 6, 7

Heaven is described as the vast upper realm that shelters light and order. Together with Earth, it forms the cosmic pair that upholds creation — the union of the above and below, spirit and matter.

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Hymn 1.159

Stanzas: 5

Addressed to: Heaven and Earth

Rishi: Dirghatamas

This hymn beautifully praises Heaven and Earth as the wise, order-keeping divine parents. They are revered as the creators of the vast world and sources of immortality, who establish truth and protect all. It's a grand appeal for their continued gifts of wisdom, wealth, and abundant riches.

Hymn 1.160

Stanzas: 5

Addressed to: Heaven and Earth

Rishi: Dirghatamas

This majestic hymn celebrates Heaven and Earth as benevolent, wise parents who bless and support all worlds. They are depicted as vast, unfailing beings clothed in beauty, working alongside a skillful creator. Worshippers appeal to these divine realms for lasting glory, dominion, and praiseworthy strength.

Hymn 1.185

Stanzas: 11

Addressed to: Heaven and Earth

Rishi: Agastya

This hymn ponders the mystery of Heaven and Earth (Day and Night), portraying them as cosmic parents who sustain all existence. It calls upon these grand, protective forces to keep the worshipper safe from harm and bless them with divine sustenance.

Hymn 4.56

Stanzas: 7

Addressed to: Heaven and Earth

Rishi: Vamadeva Gautama

This majestic hymn reveres Dyāvāprthivī, the twin goddesses Heaven and Earth, as supreme, radiant, and foundational mothers of the gods. Skillfully crafted and vast, they uphold eternal order. Worshippers laud their protective nature, seeking their aid to fulfill desires and grant triumphant wisdom.

Hymn 6.70

Stanzas: 6

Addressed to: Heaven and Earth

Rishi: Bharadvaja Barhaspatya

This hymn reveres Earth and Sky as vast, nourishing parents, held firm by Varuna's order. They are praised for yielding sweet sustenance, vital essence, and for making life flourish. Worshippers invoke these wise, all-encompassing deities to bestow blessings, wealth, fame, and strength.

Hymn 7.53

Stanzas: 3

Addressed to: Heaven and Earth

Rishi: Vasishtha Maitravaruni

Here, the ancient, divine parents — Heaven and Earth — are adored through sacrifices and hymns. The poet invokes them to reside in the seat of cosmic Order, asking for their powerful protection and their bestowal of abundant wealth and treasures.