O Mitra and Varuṇa, twin lords of cosmic order and divine justice! To you we raise our voices in humble supplication. Ye hold the very fabric of the universe in your hands; ye uphold the law that governs all things visible and invisible.

Mitra, thou art the friend of all, the bond that uniteth beings in fellowship and trust. Through thee are covenants made, oaths sworn, and alliances formed. Thou dost shine upon the righteous man and givest him strength in his dealings with his fellows. With thee reigneth harmony, reciprocity, and the noble exchange between equals.

Varuṇa, thou art the upholder of ṛta, the cosmic order itself! Thou sittest in judgment upon all deeds, all words, all thoughts. Nothing escapeth thine all-seeing eye. The wicked man trembles before thy name, knowing that his transgressions are recorded in thy infinite memory. Yet to the truthful and the virtuous, thou art merciful and protective.

Together, ye form the great pillar upon which all righteousness resteth. Ye are the guardians of oaths and promises. Ye are the eternal arbiters of right and wrong. The deva-kings themselves bow before your authority and do your will.

We pray that we may live in accordance with ṛta. Grant us wisdom to discern right action from wrong. Grant us courage to speak truth and to act justly, even when it is difficult. Guide us in our dealings with one another, that we may build communities of trust and integrity.

Mitra and Varuṇa, accept our worship and our devotion.