The hymns celebrate उषस् , the dawn goddess, as a beacon of divine light and hope, leading creatures from darkness, praised by the वसिष्ठस् . She is depicted as a constant presence, like a wife not leaving her spouse, and as one leading cattle to pasture. उषस् symbolizes renewal, enlightenment, and prosperity, aligning with ancient sages and gods, who unveiled hidden light for sacrifices [rv-7-76-1 ] rv • Book 7 .