Yajurveda Chapter 8 Mantra 13
Supreme God Forgives the Sins of His Devotee
Vedic Proof That Purna Brahm Alone Has the Power to Forgive All Sins
The Yajurveda is one of the most authoritative spiritual texts of Sanatan Dharma. It does not merely describe rituals — it reveals the eternal laws governing liberation, karma, sin, and salvation.
Among its most powerful declarations is Yajurveda Chapter 8 Mantra 13, which establishes a supreme spiritual truth:
Only Purna Brahm (the Supreme God) has the power to forgive all sins — even the gravest sins of all lifetimes.
This mantra declares that when a soul engages in true, scripture-based devotion (satya bhakti), the Supreme God destroys all accumulated karmic bondage, regardless of who committed the sins or how severe they were.
Original Yajurveda Mantra (Chapter 8, Mantra 13)
Sanskrit Text
देवकृतस्यैनसोऽवयजनमसि मनुष्यकृतस्यैनसोऽवयजनमसि पितृकृतस्यैनसोऽवयजनमसि आत्मकृतस्यैनसोऽवयजनमसि एनस एनसोऽवयजनमसि। यच्चाहमेनो विद्वांश्चकार यच्चाविद्वास्तस्य सर्वस्यैनसोऽवयजनमसि॥
Transliteration
Devakritasya enasah avayajanam asi
Manushyakritasya enasah avayajanam asi
Pitukritasya enasah avayajanam asi
Atmakritasya enasah avayajanam asi
Enasah enasah avayajanam asi
Yat cha aham enah vidvan chakara
Yat cha avidvan tasya sarvasya enasah avayajanam asi
Translation of Yajurveda 8:13
The speaker of the Vedas (Brahm) addresses the Supreme God:
O Purna Brahm, You are the destroyer and forgiver of the sins committed by:
- Saints and rishis engaged in true devotion
- Ordinary human beings
- Fathers who perform true worship
- One’s own past sinful actions
You even forgive the gravest of sins — the sins of sins.
Whether a person is learned (vidvan) or uneducated (avidvan), If they engage in true devotion, You destroy all their sins.
Core Teaching of Yajurveda Chapter 8 Mantra 13
This mantra establishes five supreme spiritual principles:
- Purna Brahm alone forgives sins
- Forgiveness applies to all categories of people
- No social, educational, or caste barrier exists
- Even the gravest karmas can be erased
- True devotion is the only qualification
The mantra repeatedly uses the phrase:
Enasah Avayajanam Asi “You are the destroyer of sins”
The repetition emphasizes divine authority and certainty.
Who Is Purna Brahm?
Purna Brahm is the Complete Supreme God, beyond:
- Brahm (Kaal)
- ParBrahm (Akshar Purush)
- All gods and goddesses
He alone is:
- Eternal
- Imperishable
- All-powerful
- Liberator of souls
- Forgiver of karmic bondage
The Vedas repeatedly declare that liberation is only possible through Purna Brahm.
What Kind of Sins Does God Forgive?
Yajurveda 8:13 makes it clear that no sin is beyond forgiveness when devotion is true and scripture-based.
God forgives:
| Type of Sin | Covered by the Mantra |
|---|---|
| Sins of saints | Devakritasya |
| Sins of ordinary people | Manushyakritasya |
| Sins of ancestors | Pitukritasya |
| One’s own sins | Atmakritasya |
| The gravest sins | Enasah enasah |
| Sins of the learned | Vidvan |
| Sins of the uneducated | Avidvan |
This is the most comprehensive forgiveness doctrine found in any religious scripture.
What Is the Condition for Forgiveness?
The only condition is:
True devotion (Satya Bhakti) Performed according to scripture Under the guidance of a Tatvadarshi Saint
Forgiveness is not based on:
- Rituals
- Donations
- Pilgrimages
- Fasting
- Caste
- Social status
- Education
It is based solely on correct spiritual practice.
Why Only Purna Brahm Can Forgive Sins
Karma is governed by divine law. Only the Supreme Law-Giver can nullify it.
Lower deities operate within the karmic system. They reward and punish — they do not erase karmas.
Only Purna Brahm stands above karma.
Therefore, only He can forgive sins completely.
Vedic View of Salvation
According to the Vedas:
- Sin binds the soul
- Karma causes rebirth
- Rebirth causes suffering
- Devotion to Purna Brahm destroys karma
- Destruction of karma leads to liberation
This mantra is the foundation of Vedic salvation doctrine.
Spiritual Significance of Repetition in the Mantra
The mantra repeats the phrase:
Enasah Avayajanam Asi (You are the destroyer of sins)
In Vedic language, repetition is used to:
- Establish authority
- Remove doubt
- Emphasize certainty
- Declare universal truth
This is not poetry — it is divine law.
Conclusion
Yajurveda Chapter 8 Mantra 13 is one of the greatest revelations in all of Vedic literature.
It proves that:
- Purna Brahm is the Supreme God
- He alone forgives sins
- He forgives all categories of sinners
- He forgives even the gravest karmas
- He grants complete liberation
No other scripture in the world offers such a direct and powerful declaration of divine mercy.
The path to salvation is not ritual — it is true devotion to the Supreme God.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does the Vedas say God forgives sins?
Yes. Yajurveda Chapter 8 Mantra 13 clearly states that Purna Brahm forgives all sins of those who perform true devotion.
Can God forgive even the gravest sins?
Yes. The mantra explicitly says God forgives even “the sins of sins” (Enasah Enasah).
Does God forgive uneducated people?
Yes. The mantra says God forgives both the learned (vidvan) and the uneducated (avidvan).
Who can receive forgiveness from God?
Anyone who performs true devotion according to scripture under a Tatvadarshi Saint.
Do other gods forgive sins?
No. Only Purna Brahm is declared as the destroyer of sins in the Vedas.
What is the qualification for forgiveness?
True devotion (Satya Bhakti), not ritual or status.
Final Authority Statement
Yajurveda Chapter 8 Mantra 13 proves that Purna Brahm is the only God who forgives sins and grants liberation.
This is the eternal law of the Vedas.