When he eats, drinks and enjoys pleasures, he then participates in Upasadas.
Sama Veda, Chandogya Upanishad III, XVII – Man as a Sacrifice (II), 2
Who with his aid assists all those who press the Soma, boiling it, chanting or performing rituals, whose soul expands by prayer, by dint of Soma or through the gifts they offer: he, Men, is the Lord!
Rig Veda II, 12, 14
My song shall be of Food, producer of strength, through whom the Keeper of nectar smote the Demon.
Rig Veda I, 187, 1
O savory Food, Food of sweetness, you are our chosen for whom we long. Come, be our strong defender!
Rig Veda I, 187, 2
Come to us, Food our delight, bringing pleasurable refreshment. Be our friend, source of bliss and brotherhood.
Rig Veda I, 187, 3
