The रिछ्वेद Sukta र्व् १।१८६ invokes divine favor and propitiation of deities like सविता , मित्र , अर्यमन् , वरुण , अग्नि , and इन्द्र . It seeks protection, nourishment, eradication of foes, and blessings of sustenance. The अश्विन्स् , पूषन् , विष्णु , and मरुत्स् are also implored to bestow happiness, abundance, and prosperity while overcoming sin and ensuring long life and strength rv-1-186