अग्नि , the divine fire, is celebrated as the origin of prosperity, nourishing life like a tree's branches and granting strength to overcome foes [rv-6-13-1 ] rv • Book 6 . As a giver of wealth and water, अग्नि is likened to मित्र , encircling with brilliance like the wind [rv-6-13-2 ] rv • Book 6 . He empowers the virtuous and defeats adversaries, fostering abundance for his devotees through praise and sacrifice [rv-6-13-3 ] rv • Book 6 .