This सुक्त praises इन्द्र , the formidable deity revered in sacrifices for his strength and favor in granting prosperity. Invocations call upon deities like सविता and वायु for protection and removal of adversities, highlighting a longing for the universal presence of अदिति . The recitation seeks divine support in rituals and a bountiful connection with nature through offerings and libations [rv-10-100-1 ] rv • Book 10 .