Hymns praise अग्नि , the sovereign lord of sacrifice, who scatters foes like a horse's tail brushes flies [rv-1-27-1 ] rv • Book 1 . Known as चित्रभानु , he grants blessings, offers protection from harm, and ensures prosperity [rv-1-27-2 ] rv • Book 1 . अग्नि announces offerings to gods, secures nourishment, and aids in battles [rv-1-27-4 ] rv • Book 1 . Veneration is offered to all gods for divine favor [rv-1-27-13 ] rv • Book 1 .