अग्नि , the youngest and esteemed descendant of भारत , is invoked to bestow prosperous riches and protect from adversaries, whether divine or human. Through अग्नि ’s grace, victory over enemies is likened to overwhelming floods. Revered as a purifying and radiant force when honored with offerings, अग्नि is seen as the eternal invoker of the gods and embodiment of strength [rv-2-7-1 ] rv • Book 2 .