In a line from the Rg Veda (7.89), the oldest Hindu
sacred literature, a realm of retribution is depicted.
The House of Clay, as stated in this passage, is a location
where evildoers—particularly those who lie—will be sent by the deity Varuna, who
is regarded the protector of righteousness and cosmic order (rta).
The House of Clay, as its name suggests, is a bleak and
depressing place.
The absence of any idea of rebirth (samsara) in the original
stanza is remarkable, since it eventually became a major Indian premise.
It was thought to be an unpleasant and permanent condition
after death at the time.
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