The hymn extols सोम , the divine drink, praising its role in sacred ceremonies and its ability to unite elements of the universe for prosperity and enlightenment. The सोम juice invigorates the ritual, aided by the grinding stones (Trita) and the guidance of heaven and earth, inviting इन्द्र 's favor and removing darkness with its luminous essence, benefitting both deities and worshippers [rv-9-102-1 ] rv • Book 9