To us such interpretation often seems fatuous.

No less unconvincing is the claim that one of the Acvins represents the fire of heaven and the other the fire of the altar.

The Twins are called _n[=a]saty[=a],_ the 'savers' (or 'not untrue ones[113]'); explained by some as meaning 'gods with good noses[114].' HYMN TO THE HORSEMEN.
Whether ye rest on far-extended earth, or on the sea in house upon it made, 'come hither thence, O ye that ride the steeds.

If ever for man ye mix the sacrifice, then notice now the Kanva [poet who sings].

I call upon the gods [Indra, Vishnu[115]] and the swift-going Horsemen[116].