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Painted Faces of Hindu Monks and Priests
Hindus wear markings on their forehead for many purposes. Some markings denote the sect they belong to, others tell if a woman is married or not, and some have deeper metaphysical reasons. Hindu priests and monks can often be seen wearing the most elaborate of facial markings. The markings are made of holy ash, sandal paste and a red powder called kunkumam which is made from turmeric or saffron. H...
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Mar 2, 2011 HinduismSiva's Great Night
Maha Sivaratri or "Siva's Great Night" is a religious festival that takes place once a year where Hindus stay awake throughout the night worshiping and honoring their Supreme God Siva. The festival is celebrated every year on the 13th night/14th day of the new moon during Krishn
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