इन्द्र , the mighty god, revered for his heroic deeds, is praised for granting wishes through सोम . He defeats adversaries with the मरुत्स् , embodying strength and wisdom. Considered akin to भग , and a fatherly figure, इन्द्र sustains heaven and earth, controls elements, and ensures the prosperity of the devoted. He is invoked for protection and victory in battles [rv-3-49-1 ] rv • Book 3 .