The सुक्त praises सोम 's divine attributes and its relationship with deities like इन्द्र , वायु , पूषन् , and अग्नि . सोम is depicted as a source of exhilaration, strength, and prosperity, similar to warlike forces harnessed for victory. It is likened to natural phenomena, such as rains and flowing rivers, symbolizing purity and abundance, whilst emphasizing सोम 's essential role in cosmic and human endeavors [rv-9-88-1 ] rv • Book 9 .