The Religion of the Veda: The Ancient Religion of India (from Rig-Veda to Upanishads) c9.s1.31
The Religion of the Veda: The Ancient Religion of India (from Rig-Veda to Upanishads) c9.s1.31
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c9.s1.31
That is to say, when the burnished *soma* drink sparkles in the cup, when the pious emotion that comes from the skilful hymn stirs the heart of the rich sacrificer, then enters into him Faith. But what kind? The kind that drives out niggardliness. Then he gives to the Brahmans. How the Brahmans do long for baksheesh, especially when they are poor!