The रिग्वेद Sukta praises रुद्र , requesting blessings and protection for cattle, progeny, and people. It calls for the favour of मित्र , वरुण , and other deities, celebrating रुद्र 's brilliance and grace akin to gold, as a celestial provider. सोम is invoked for prosperity, strength, and protection from adversaries, while इन्द्र is asked to nurture devotees with abundance rv-1-43