The hymns laud the divine अग्नि , the priest of rituals, praised for his purifying light and intelligent mind, who secures protection for worshippers. अग्नि , celebrated by the अत्रिस् , directs sacrifices to the deities and embodies strength and praise worthiness. अग्नि’स् significance lies in guiding and enlightening those seeking favor through rituals, with his praise hailing his crucial role in sacrifices [rv-5-22-1 ] rv • Book 5