इन्द्र , the frequent visitor to sacrifices, is praised for granting victory and sustenance, guarding rites, and purifying worshippers. Accompanied by the मरुत्स् , he defeats adversaries and blesses devotees with wealth and security. Acknowledged for his protective power, Indra crushes malevolent forces and is invoked for continued aid and fulfillment, shielding worshippers from harm and fostering their prosperity [rv-1-129-1 ] rv • Book 1 .