May Indra, who must be called upon in every battle, be close by us. May the great slayer of Vṛtra, worthy of praise, come to the offerings and hymns.
You are the best among all in giving generous gifts, true you are, lordly in your actions. We claim kinship with the Very Glorious One, yes, with the Mighty Son of Strength.
Prayers unmatched are offered to you, the Lover of the Song. Indra, Lord of the Swift Horses, accept these fitting hymns, the ones we have composed for you.
For you, O Maghavan, are truthful, never subdued and bring down many Vṛtras. As such, O Mightiest Lord, Wielder of Thunder, grant wealth to the worshipper.
O Indra, you are renowned far and wide, impetuous, O Lord of Strength. Alone you slay invincible enemies that no one can conquer.
As such, we seek you now, O Asura, the wisest, desiring your bounty as our share. Your protecting shield is like a mighty cloak. May your glories reach to us.