In a celebration of divine prowess and heroism, इन्द्र is honored as the thunderbolt-wielding god who defeated both अहि and वृत्र , liberating waters and securing cosmic stability. मरुत्स् and gods praise इन्द्र 's victories, such as slaying शुष्ण and aiding कुत्स . Sacred libations, hymns, and rituals celebrate इन्द्र 's unmatched strength, with devotees offering praises for protection and prosperity [rv-5-29-1 ] rv • Book 5 .