Durga Bhavani #2
by Sonali Gangane
Title
Durga Bhavani #2
Artist
Sonali Gangane
Medium
Painting - Watercolor On Handmade Paper
Description
Durga Ashtami or Maha Ashtami is one of the most auspicious days of the five days long Durga Puja Festival.Traditionally, the festival is observed for 10 days in all Indian households but, the actual puja that takes place in the 'pandals' is held over a period of 5 days (starting from shashthi). In India fasting is undertaken by many people on this holy occasion. People also get together on this day to dance 'garba' and wear colourful clothes. This day is also known for 'Astra Puja' (Worshiping Weapons) as on this day the weapons of goddess Durga are worshiped. The day is also known as Vira Ashtami as there are seen to use arms or martial arts on this day.
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October 23rd, 2020
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