The hymn seeks divine protection and guidance from अग्नि , वरुण , मित्र , and मरुत्स् , urging them to grant happiness and safeguard devotees from worldly perils [rv-7-59-1 ] rv • Book 7 . Worshippers are assured that honoring these deities on auspicious days brings triumph over adversaries and prosperity at home [rv-7-59-2 ] rv • Book 7 . The hymn emphasizes offering सोम to the मरुत्स् to secure their favor [rv-7-59-3 ] rv • Book 7 . Supplicants are protected in battles, and urged to engage the deities in joyous sacrificial rites [rv-7-59-4 ] rv • Book 7 . The मरुत्स् , capable of destroying enemies, are invoked to defend against malefactors and be generous in blessings [rv-7-59-9 ] rv • Book 7 . Worshippers seek liberation from death, using the imagery of releasing a cucumber from its stalk while desiring continuity of life rather than immortality [rv-7-59-12 ] rv • Book 7 .